SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX101
BMISEGCX101 belongs to Banque Misr in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMISEGCX101 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMISEGCX |
| Branch code | 101 |
| Bank | Banque Misr |
| Branch | Cairo Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Banque Misr SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BMIS 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.
- 101 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 BMISEGCX101?
The code BMISEGCX101 belongs to Cairo Branch, a unit of Banque Misr in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BMISEGCX101 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BMISEGCX101 against the details from Banque Misr before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Misr in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque Misr?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX101, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Misr in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Has Banque Misr got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Misr in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.