SWIFT/BIC code MSHQEGCARBG
MSHQEGCARBG belongs to Mashreq Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MSHQEGCARBG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MSHQEGCA |
| Branch code | RBG |
| Bank | Mashreq Bank |
| Branch | Retail Bank |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Mashreq Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- RBG 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 bank uses BIC MSHQEGCARBG?
MSHQEGCARBG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Retail Bank, a branch or department of Mashreq Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use MSHQEGCA instead of MSHQEGCARBG?
MSHQEGCA points to the head office of Mashreq Bank, while MSHQEGCARBG is Retail Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MSHQEGCARBG.
What happens if I use MSHQEGCARBG incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MSHQEGCARBG with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Mashreq Bank in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Has Mashreq Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Mashreq Bank in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Mashreq Bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Mashreq Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MSHQEGCARBG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.