SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX022
CIBEEGCX022 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX022 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 022 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | Semiramis Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| 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.
- 022 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 code CIBEEGCX022?
The code CIBEEGCX022 belongs to Semiramis Branch, a branch or department of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CIBEEGCX022 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBEEGCX022 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before you confirm.
What does each part of CIBEEGCX022 stand for?
CIBE is the institution code of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 022 is the code of the department Semiramis Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX022, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest 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. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.