SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX024
CIBEEGCX024 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX024 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 024 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | El Shams Club Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 024 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 is behind SWIFT code CIBEEGCX024?
CIBEEGCX024 identifies El Shams Club Branch, a unit 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 CIBEEGCX024 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIBEEGCX024 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX024, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use CIBEEGCX instead of CIBEEGCX024?
CIBEEGCX points to the main office of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., while CIBEEGCX024 is El Shams Club Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBEEGCX024.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.