SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX155
BMISEGCX155 belongs to Banque Misr in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMISEGCX155 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMISEGCX |
| Branch code | 155 |
| Bank | Banque Misr |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 155 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 BMISEGCX155?
BMISEGCX155 identifies Banque Misr, a unit of Banque Misr in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BMISEGCX instead of BMISEGCX155?
BMISEGCX is the head office of Banque Misr, while BMISEGCX155 is Banque Misr. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BMISEGCX155 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Banque Misr take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque Misr?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX155, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Does Banque Misr have 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.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Misr in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.