SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAXXX
EGGBEGCAXXX belongs to Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EGGBEGCAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EGGBEGCA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Egyptian Gulf Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Egyptian Gulf Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- XXX 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 is behind SWIFT code EGGBEGCAXXX?
The code EGGBEGCAXXX belongs to the head office of Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use it when you send money to an account at Egyptian Gulf Bank.
Is EGGBEGCA and EGGBEGCAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. EGGBEGCA is the short version of EGGBEGCAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Egyptian Gulf Bank in Cairo.
How long does a transfer to Egyptian Gulf Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in EGGBEGCAXXX mean?
EGGB is the bank code of Egyptian Gulf Bank, EG stands for Egypt, CA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Egyptian Gulf Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EGGBEGCAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.