SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXAX4
FIEGEGCXAX4 belongs to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIEGEGCXAX4 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIEGEGCX |
| Branch code | AX4 |
| Bank | Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El-Agmy Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- AX4 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 FIEGEGCXAX4?
FIEGEGCXAX4 is the SWIFT/BIC code of El-Agmy Branch, a branch or department of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter FIEGEGCXAX4 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FIEGEGCXAX4 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXAX4, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in FIEGEGCXAX4 mean?
FIEG is the institution code of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and AX4 identifies the branch El-Agmy Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.