SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX610
BCAIEGCX610 belongs to Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX610 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 610 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Fayoum Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Banque du Caire SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCAI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 610 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank uses BIC BCAIEGCX610?
The code BCAIEGCX610 belongs to Fayoum Branch, part of Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX610 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCAIEGCX610 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX610, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BCAIEGCX610 mean?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 610 is the code of the department Fayoum Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.