SWIFT/BIC code CBEGEGCXBES
CBEGEGCXBES belongs to Central Bank of Egypt Cairo in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBEGEGCXBES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | BES |
| Bank | Central Bank of Egypt Cairo |
| Branch | Book Entry System |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Central Bank of Egypt Cairo SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- BES 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 CBEGEGCXBES?
CBEGEGCXBES identifies Book Entry System, a branch or department of Central Bank of Egypt Cairo in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CBEGEGCX instead of CBEGEGCXBES?
CBEGEGCX is the main office of Central Bank of Egypt Cairo, while CBEGEGCXBES is Book Entry System. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CBEGEGCXBES.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Central Bank of Egypt Cairo 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.
What do the letters in CBEGEGCXBES stand for?
CBEG is the bank code of Central Bank of Egypt Cairo, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and BES identifies the branch Book Entry System.
Does Central Bank of Egypt Cairo have 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.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Egypt Cairo take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.