SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX408
BMISEGCX408 belongs to Banque Misr in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMISEGCX408 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMISEGCX |
| Branch code | 408 |
| Bank | Banque Misr |
| Branch | Attareen Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| 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.
- 408 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BMISEGCX408?
BMISEGCX408 identifies Attareen Branch, part of Banque Misr in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Banque Misr got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Misr in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BMISEGCX instead of BMISEGCX408?
BMISEGCX is the head office of Banque Misr, while BMISEGCX408 is Attareen Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BMISEGCX408 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque Misr?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCX408, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Misr?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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 quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.