SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX620
BCAIEGCX620 belongs to Banque du Caire in Bani Suef, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX620 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 620 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Beni Sowif Branch |
| City | Bani Suef |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 620 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/BIC code BCAIEGCX620?
The code BCAIEGCX620 belongs to Beni Sowif Branch, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in Bani Suef, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX620 mean?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 620 identifies the branch Beni Sowif Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX620, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX620?
BCAIEGCX points to the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX620 points to Beni Sowif Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BCAIEGCX620 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.