SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXASH
FIEGEGCXASH belongs to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIEGEGCXASH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIEGEGCX |
| Branch code | ASH |
| Bank | Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | 10 of Ramandan City |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FIEG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ASH 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 SWIFT code FIEGEGCXASH?
FIEGEGCXASH identifies 10 of Ramandan City, a unit of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXASH, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of FIEGEGCXASH mean?
FIEG is the institution code of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and ASH identifies the department 10 of Ramandan City.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use FIEGEGCX instead of FIEGEGCXASH?
FIEGEGCX points to the head office of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, while FIEGEGCXASH is 10 of Ramandan City. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use FIEGEGCXASH if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.