SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX147
CIBEEGCX147 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Suez, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX147 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 147 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | Sokhna Port |
| City | Suez |
| 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.
- 147 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 uses SWIFT code CIBEEGCX147?
CIBEEGCX147 identifies Sokhna Port, a unit of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Suez, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 190 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e..
Can I use CIBEEGCX instead of CIBEEGCX147?
CIBEEGCX is the head office of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., while CIBEEGCX147 is Sokhna Port. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CIBEEGCX147 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best 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. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers 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 CIBEEGCX147, 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.
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 than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.