SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAALX
EGGBEGCAALX belongs to Egyptian Gulf Bank in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EGGBEGCAALX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EGGBEGCA |
| Branch code | ALX |
| Bank | Egyptian Gulf Bank |
| Branch | Alexandria Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Egyptian Gulf Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EGGB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ALX 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 branch is behind BIC EGGBEGCAALX?
EGGBEGCAALX is the SWIFT/BIC code of Alexandria Branch, a unit of Egyptian Gulf Bank in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use EGGBEGCAALX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check EGGBEGCAALX with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Egyptian Gulf Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAALX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in EGGBEGCAALX mean?
EGGB is the institution code of Egyptian Gulf Bank, EG stands for Egypt, CA is the location code and ALX identifies the department Alexandria Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Egyptian Gulf Bank in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use EGGBEGCA instead of EGGBEGCAALX?
EGGBEGCA is the main office of Egyptian Gulf Bank, while EGGBEGCAALX points to Alexandria Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use EGGBEGCAALX if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.