SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX146
CIBEEGCX146 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX146 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 146 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | El Tagamoaa El Awal 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.
- 146 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 uses BIC CIBEEGCX146?
CIBEEGCX146 identifies El Tagamoaa El Awal Branch, a branch or department of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX146, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of CIBEEGCX146 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 146 identifies the department El Tagamoaa El Awal Branch.
How long does a transfer to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use CIBEEGCX146 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBEEGCX146 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services 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.