SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXHEL
FIEGEGCXHEL belongs to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIEGEGCXHEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIEGEGCX |
| Branch code | HEL |
| Bank | Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Heliopolis Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- HEL 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 bank is behind BIC FIEGEGCXHEL?
FIEGEGCXHEL identifies Heliopolis Branch, a branch or department of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 37 SWIFT/BIC codes for Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter FIEGEGCXHEL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FIEGEGCXHEL with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Can I use FIEGEGCX instead of FIEGEGCXHEL?
FIEGEGCX points to the head office of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, while FIEGEGCXHEL is Heliopolis Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention FIEGEGCXHEL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.