SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX372
BMISEGCX372 belongs to Banque Misr in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMISEGCX372 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMISEGCX |
| Branch code | 372 |
| Bank | Banque Misr |
| Branch | Ahmed Orabi Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Banque Misr SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 372 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/BIC code BMISEGCX372?
BMISEGCX372 identifies Ahmed Orabi Branch, a branch or department of Banque Misr in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Banque Misr take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque Misr?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX372, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use BMISEGCX372 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BMISEGCX372 against the details from Banque Misr before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Misr in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Does Banque Misr have other 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.