SWIFT/BIC code BCBIEGCX005
BCBIEGCX005 belongs to Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCBIEGCX005 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCBIEGCX |
| Branch code | 005 |
| Bank | Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e |
| Branch | Mohandesien Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCBI 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.
- 005 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 uses SWIFT code BCBIEGCX005?
The code BCBIEGCX005 belongs to Mohandesien Branch, a unit of Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e in Cairo, 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 Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e?
Many banks add 1–3% 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 do I need to send money to an account at Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCBIEGCX005, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BCBIEGCX005 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCBIEGCX005 against the details from Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Attijariwafa Bank Egypt S.a.e.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.