SWIFT/BIC code CBEGEGCXALX
CBEGEGCXALX belongs to Central Bank of Egypt Cairo in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBEGEGCXALX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | ALX |
| Bank | Central Bank of Egypt Cairo |
| Branch | Alexandria Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Central Bank of Egypt Cairo SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBEG 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.
- ALX 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CBEGEGCXALX?
CBEGEGCXALX is the SWIFT/BIC code of Alexandria Branch, a branch or department of Central Bank of Egypt Cairo in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Central Bank of Egypt Cairo got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 17 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of Egypt Cairo in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Central Bank of Egypt Cairo.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Central Bank of Egypt Cairo?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CBEGEGCX instead of CBEGEGCXALX?
CBEGEGCX points to the head office of Central Bank of Egypt Cairo, while CBEGEGCXALX points to Alexandria Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CBEGEGCXALX if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use CBEGEGCXALX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CBEGEGCXALX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in CBEGEGCXALX stand for?
CBEG is the bank code of Central Bank of Egypt Cairo, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and ALX is the code of the branch Alexandria Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.