SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXZNB
FIEGEGCXZNB belongs to Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIEGEGCXZNB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIEGEGCX |
| Branch code | ZNB |
| Bank | Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El-Saydah Zinab |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- ZNB 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 uses BIC FIEGEGCXZNB?
FIEGEGCXZNB is the SWIFT/BIC code of El-Saydah Zinab, part of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use FIEGEGCXZNB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FIEGEGCXZNB against the details from Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt before sending.
What do the letters in FIEGEGCXZNB stand for?
FIEG is the institution code of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and ZNB is the code of the branch El-Saydah Zinab.
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. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use FIEGEGCX instead of FIEGEGCXZNB?
FIEGEGCX points to the head office of Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, while FIEGEGCXZNB points to El-Saydah Zinab. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention FIEGEGCXZNB.
What do I need to send money to an account at Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FIEGEGCXZNB, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, 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.