SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX021
CIBEEGCX021 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX021 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 021 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | Bourg El Arab |
| City | Alexandria |
| 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.
- 021 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 SWIFT code CIBEEGCX021?
The code CIBEEGCX021 belongs to Bourg El Arab, part of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CIBEEGCX021 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBEEGCX021 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of CIBEEGCX021 stand for?
CIBE is the institution code of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 021 is the code of the branch Bourg El Arab.
Can I use CIBEEGCX instead of CIBEEGCX021?
CIBEEGCX is the main office of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., while CIBEEGCX021 points to Bourg El Arab. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBEEGCX021.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.