SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCXCOL
BMISEGCXCOL belongs to Banque Misr in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMISEGCXCOL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMISEGCX |
| Branch code | COL |
| Bank | Banque Misr |
| 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.
- COL 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 BIC BMISEGCXCOL?
BMISEGCXCOL identifies Banque Misr, part of Banque Misr in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque Misr?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BMISEGCXCOL, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Banque Misr take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of BMISEGCXCOL stand for?
BMIS is the institution code of Banque Misr, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and COL is the code of the branch Banque Misr.
Does Banque Misr have 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Misr in Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives 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.