SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCALGS
EGGBEGCALGS belongs to Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EGGBEGCALGS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EGGBEGCA |
| Branch code | LGS |
| Bank | Egyptian Gulf Bank |
| Branch | Lg's Center |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- LGS 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 BIC EGGBEGCALGS?
The code EGGBEGCALGS belongs to Lg's Center, a unit of Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use EGGBEGCA instead of EGGBEGCALGS?
EGGBEGCA is the head office of Egyptian Gulf Bank, while EGGBEGCALGS points to Lg's Center. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention EGGBEGCALGS.
Has Egyptian Gulf Bank got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Egyptian Gulf Bank.
What do the letters in EGGBEGCALGS mean?
EGGB is the institution code of Egyptian Gulf Bank, EG stands for Egypt, CA is the location code and LGS identifies the branch Lg's Center.
What happens if I enter EGGBEGCALGS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check EGGBEGCALGS against the details from Egyptian Gulf Bank before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Egyptian Gulf Bank?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.