SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX056
CIBEEGCX056 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX056 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 056 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | San Stefano Branch |
| 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.
- 056 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 BIC CIBEEGCX056?
The code CIBEEGCX056 belongs to San Stefano Branch, part of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX056, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
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. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of CIBEEGCX056 mean?
CIBE is the institution code of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 056 identifies the department San Stefano Branch.
What happens if I use CIBEEGCX056 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIBEEGCX056 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.