SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX005
CIBEEGCX005 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX005 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 005 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | Down Town |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 005 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
What bank uses SWIFT code CIBEEGCX005?
CIBEEGCX005 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Down Town, part of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX005, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use CIBEEGCX005 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIBEEGCX005 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CIBEEGCX instead of CIBEEGCX005?
CIBEEGCX is the head office of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., while CIBEEGCX005 is Down Town. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBEEGCX005.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.