SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX158

CIBEEGCX158 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt.

CIBEEGCX158

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCIBEEGCX158
8-character codeCIBEEGCX
Branch code158
BankCommercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.
BranchFouad St. Alex. Branch
CityAlexandria
CountryEgypt

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.
158 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 CIBEEGCX158?

The code CIBEEGCX158 belongs to Fouad St. Alex. 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.

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 intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What do I need to send money to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX158, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

What happens if I use CIBEEGCX158 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIBEEGCX158 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use CIBEEGCX instead of CIBEEGCX158?

CIBEEGCX points to the main office of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., while CIBEEGCX158 points to Fouad St. Alex. Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBEEGCX158.

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 the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers 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.