SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX176
CIBEEGCX176 belongs to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBEEGCX176 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBEEGCX |
| Branch code | 176 |
| Bank | Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. |
| Branch | Geziret Elarab Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| 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.
- 176 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 SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX176?
The code CIBEEGCX176 belongs to Geziret Elarab 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 to send money to an account at Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBEEGCX176, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter CIBEEGCX176 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIBEEGCX176 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of CIBEEGCX176 mean?
CIBE is the bank code of Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e., EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 176 is the code of the branch Geziret Elarab Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Commercial International Bank (Egypt) S.a.e. in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.