SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX710
BCAIEGCX710 belongs to Banque du Caire in Aswan, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX710 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 710 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Edfo |
| City | Aswan |
| 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.
- 710 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX710?
The code BCAIEGCX710 belongs to Edfo, part of Banque du Caire in Aswan, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX710?
BCAIEGCX points to the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX710 points to Edfo. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX710.
Does Banque du Caire have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Caire?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX710 mean?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 710 identifies the branch Edfo.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.