SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX730
BCAIEGCX730 belongs to Banque du Caire in Hurghada, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX730 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 730 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Hurghada |
| City | Hurghada |
| 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.
- 730 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX730?
The code BCAIEGCX730 belongs to Hurghada, part of Banque du Caire in Hurghada, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX730, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX730 stand for?
BCAI is the bank code of Banque du Caire, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 730 identifies the branch Hurghada.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
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.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX730?
BCAIEGCX is the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX730 is Hurghada. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX730.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Caire?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.