SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAHEL
EGGBEGCAHEL belongs to Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EGGBEGCAHEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EGGBEGCA |
| Branch code | HEL |
| Bank | Egyptian Gulf Bank |
| Branch | Heliopolis Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Egyptian Gulf Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- HEL 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 EGGBEGCAHEL?
EGGBEGCAHEL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Heliopolis Branch, a branch or department of Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Egyptian Gulf Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter EGGBEGCAHEL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check EGGBEGCAHEL with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Egyptian Gulf Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Egyptian Gulf Bank in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Egyptian Gulf Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAHEL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Egyptian Gulf Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.