SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAOCT
EGGBEGCAOCT belongs to Egyptian Gulf Bank in 6th of October, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EGGBEGCAOCT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EGGBEGCA |
| Branch code | OCT |
| Bank | Egyptian Gulf Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | 6th of October |
| 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.
- OCT 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 uses BIC EGGBEGCAOCT?
The code EGGBEGCAOCT belongs to Egyptian Gulf Bank, a branch or department of Egyptian Gulf Bank in 6th of October, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in EGGBEGCAOCT stand for?
EGGB is the institution code of Egyptian Gulf Bank, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CA is the location code and OCT is the code of the branch Egyptian Gulf Bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Egyptian Gulf Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAOCT, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Egyptian Gulf Bank in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Can I use EGGBEGCA instead of EGGBEGCAOCT?
EGGBEGCA is the head office of Egyptian Gulf Bank, while EGGBEGCAOCT is Egyptian Gulf Bank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention EGGBEGCAOCT.
How long does a transfer to Egyptian Gulf Bank take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.