SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX140
BMISEGCX140 belongs to Banque Misr in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMISEGCX140 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMISEGCX |
| Branch code | 140 |
| Bank | Banque Misr |
| Branch | Overseas Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Banque Misr SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 140 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 BMISEGCX140?
The code BMISEGCX140 belongs to Overseas Branch, a branch or department of Banque Misr in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BMISEGCX140 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BMISEGCX140 against the details from Banque Misr before sending.
What does each part of BMISEGCX140 mean?
BMIS is the bank code of Banque Misr, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 140 identifies the branch Overseas Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque Misr?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX140, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Misr in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use BMISEGCX instead of BMISEGCX140?
BMISEGCX is the head office of Banque Misr, while BMISEGCX140 points to Overseas Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BMISEGCX140 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.