SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX054
CIBEEGCX054 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX054 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 054 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | El Ashraaf Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 054 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/BIC code CIBEEGCX054?
The code CIBEEGCX054 belongs to El Ashraaf 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 is the best way to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Many banks 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.
Has Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 190 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CIBEEGCX instead of CIBEEGCX054?
CIBEEGCX is the head office of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., while CIBEEGCX054 is El Ashraaf Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CIBEEGCX054 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use CIBEEGCX054 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIBEEGCX054 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.