SWIFT/BIC code RAFBEGC1XXX
RAFBEGC1XXX belongs to Rafidain Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAFBEGC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAFBEGC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Rafidain Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Rafidain Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RAFB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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/BIC code RAFBEGC1XXX?
RAFBEGC1XXX identifies the headquarters of Rafidain Bank in Cairo, Egypt. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Rafidain Bank.
What happens if I enter RAFBEGC1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RAFBEGC1XXX against the details from Rafidain Bank before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Rafidain Bank in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Are RAFBEGC1 and RAFBEGC1XXX the same code?
Yes. RAFBEGC1 is the short version of RAFBEGC1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Rafidain Bank in Cairo.
What do the letters in RAFBEGC1XXX stand for?
RAFB is the bank code of Rafidain Bank, EG stands for Egypt, C1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Rafidain Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code RAFBEGC1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.