SWIFT/BIC code MRBAEGCX016
MRBAEGCX016 belongs to Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MRBAEGCX016 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MRBAEGCX |
| Branch code | 016 |
| Bank | Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. |
| Branch | Abbasia |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 016 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 is behind SWIFT code MRBAEGCX016?
MRBAEGCX016 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Abbasia, a branch or department of Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter MRBAEGCX016 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MRBAEGCX016 against the details from Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of MRBAEGCX016 stand for?
MRBA is the institution code of Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e., EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 016 identifies the branch Abbasia.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MRBAEGCX016, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.