SWIFT/BIC code CITIEGCXXXX
CITIEGCXXXX belongs to Citibank Cairo in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CITIEGCXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CITIEGCX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citibank Cairo |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Citibank Cairo SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CITI 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.
- XXX 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/BIC code CITIEGCXXXX?
CITIEGCXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Citibank Cairo in Cairo, Egypt. Use it when you send money to an account at Citibank Cairo.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Citibank Cairo?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Are CITIEGCX and CITIEGCXXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CITIEGCX is the short version of CITIEGCXXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Citibank Cairo in Cairo.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Citibank Cairo?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CITIEGCXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in CITIEGCXXXX stand for?
CITI is the bank code of Citibank Cairo, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Citibank Cairo?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.