SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXCAI
FIEGEGCXCAI belongs to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIEGEGCXCAI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIEGEGCX |
| Branch code | CAI |
| Bank | Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- CAI 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/BIC code FIEGEGCXCAI?
FIEGEGCXCAI is the SWIFT/BIC code of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, part 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 the letters in FIEGEGCXCAI stand for?
FIEG is the bank code of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and CAI is the code of the department Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXCAI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use FIEGEGCX instead of FIEGEGCXCAI?
FIEGEGCX is the main office of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, while FIEGEGCXCAI points to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use FIEGEGCXCAI 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.