SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX720
BCAIEGCX720 belongs to Banque du Caire in Sohag, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX720 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 720 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Gerga |
| City | Sohag |
| 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.
- 720 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 BIC BCAIEGCX720?
BCAIEGCX720 identifies Gerga, part of Banque du Caire in Sohag, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX720?
BCAIEGCX points to the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX720 points to Gerga. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BCAIEGCX720 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BCAIEGCX720 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCAIEGCX720 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Banque du Caire got 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.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.