SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX129
CIBEEGCX129 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX129 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 129 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | Arabella |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 129 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 BIC CIBEEGCX129?
CIBEEGCX129 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Arabella, part 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.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CIBEEGCX129 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 location code and 129 is the code of the branch Arabella.
How long does a transfer to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX129, 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.
What happens if I enter CIBEEGCX129 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CIBEEGCX129 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.