SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX612
BCAIEGCX612 belongs to Banque du Caire in El Fayoum, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX612 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 612 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Sannoris |
| City | El Fayoum |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Banque du Caire SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 612 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 SWIFT code BCAIEGCX612?
The code BCAIEGCX612 belongs to Sannoris, part of Banque du Caire in El Fayoum, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BCAIEGCX612 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAIEGCX612 against the details from Banque du Caire before you confirm.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX612?
BCAIEGCX is the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX612 is Sannoris. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BCAIEGCX612 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Does Banque du Caire have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Caire in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque du Caire.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.