SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX003
CIBEEGCX003 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX003 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 003 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | Sultan Hussein Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIBE 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.
- 003 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 BIC CIBEEGCX003?
The code CIBEEGCX003 belongs to Sultan Hussein Branch, part of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CIBEEGCX003 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CIBEEGCX003 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CIBEEGCX instead of CIBEEGCX003?
CIBEEGCX is the main office of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., while CIBEEGCX003 is Sultan Hussein Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBEEGCX003.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX003, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.