SWIFT/BIC code HDBKEGCAXXX
HDBKEGCAXXX belongs to Housing and Development Bank in Giza, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HDBKEGCAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HDBKEGCA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Housing and Development Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Giza |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Housing and Development Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HDBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 SWIFT code HDBKEGCAXXX?
HDBKEGCAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Housing and Development Bank in Giza, Egypt. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Housing and Development Bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Housing and Development Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HDBKEGCAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of HDBKEGCAXXX stand for?
HDBK is the bank code of Housing and Development Bank, EG stands for Egypt, CA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Housing and Development Bank in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Housing and Development Bank in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter HDBKEGCAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HDBKEGCAXXX against the details from Housing and Development Bank before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.