SWIFT/BIC code MRBAEGCX031
MRBAEGCX031 belongs to Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. in Giza, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MRBAEGCX031 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MRBAEGCX |
| Branch code | 031 |
| Bank | Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. |
| Branch | Sheikh Zayed |
| City | Giza |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 031 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 BIC MRBAEGCX031?
The code MRBAEGCX031 belongs to Sheikh Zayed, a unit of Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. in Giza, 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?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of MRBAEGCX031 stand for?
MRBA is the bank code of Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e., EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 031 is the code of the branch Sheikh Zayed.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MRBAEGCX031, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use MRBAEGCX031 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MRBAEGCX031 against the details from Blom Bank Egypt S.a.e. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.