SWIFT/BIC code MSHQEGCACBG
MSHQEGCACBG belongs to Mashreq Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MSHQEGCACBG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MSHQEGCA |
| Branch code | CBG |
| Bank | Mashreq Bank |
| Branch | Corporate Bank |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Mashreq Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MSHQ 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.
- CBG 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 code MSHQEGCACBG?
MSHQEGCACBG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Corporate Bank, a unit of Mashreq Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Mashreq Bank 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 faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Mashreq Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MSHQEGCACBG, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in MSHQEGCACBG stand for?
MSHQ is the bank code of Mashreq Bank, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CA is the location code and CBG identifies the branch Corporate Bank.
What happens if I use MSHQEGCACBG with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MSHQEGCACBG against the details from Mashreq Bank before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Mashreq Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.