SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX168
CIBEEGCX168 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Tanta, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX168 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 168 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | 57357 Tanta Branch |
| City | Tanta |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 168 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 CIBEEGCX168?
CIBEEGCX168 identifies 57357 Tanta Branch, a unit of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Tanta, 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?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter CIBEEGCX168 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CIBEEGCX168 against the details from Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX168, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use CIBEEGCX instead of CIBEEGCX168?
CIBEEGCX points to the main office of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., while CIBEEGCX168 is 57357 Tanta Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CIBEEGCX168 if the recipient asks for it.
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.