SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAHSC
EGGBEGCAHSC belongs to Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EGGBEGCAHSC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EGGBEGCA |
| Branch code | HSC |
| Bank | Egyptian Gulf Bank |
| Branch | Sporting Club |
| 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.
- HSC 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 SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAHSC?
EGGBEGCAHSC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sporting Club, a unit of Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Egyptian Gulf Bank in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use EGGBEGCA instead of EGGBEGCAHSC?
EGGBEGCA is the main office of Egyptian Gulf Bank, while EGGBEGCAHSC points to Sporting Club. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use EGGBEGCAHSC if the recipient asks for it.
Has Egyptian Gulf Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Egyptian Gulf Bank in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of Egyptian Gulf Bank.
How long does a transfer to Egyptian Gulf Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Egyptian Gulf Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAHSC, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.