SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX635
BCAIEGCX635 belongs to Banque du Caire in El Menia, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX635 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 635 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Malawi |
| City | El Menia |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Banque du Caire SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 635 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 branch uses BIC BCAIEGCX635?
The code BCAIEGCX635 belongs to Malawi, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in El Menia, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX635?
BCAIEGCX points to the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX635 is Malawi. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX635.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Banque du Caire have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX635, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.