SWIFT/BIC code MRBAEGCX008
MRBAEGCX008 belongs to Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MRBAEGCX008 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MRBAEGCX |
| Branch code | 008 |
| Bank | Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. |
| Branch | Opera Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MRBA 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.
- 008 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MRBAEGCX008?
MRBAEGCX008 identifies Opera Branch, part of Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. in Egypt?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I use MRBAEGCX008 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MRBAEGCX008 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of MRBAEGCX008 stand for?
MRBA is the bank code of Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e., EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 008 identifies the branch Opera Branch.
Can I use MRBAEGCX instead of MRBAEGCX008?
MRBAEGCX is the main office of Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e., while MRBAEGCX008 is Opera Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MRBAEGCX008 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e.?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.