SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXAZH
SBNKEGCXAZH belongs to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBNKEGCXAZH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBNKEGCX |
| Branch code | AZH |
| Bank | Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque |
| Branch | Al Azher Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBNK 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.
- AZH 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 uses BIC SBNKEGCXAZH?
SBNKEGCXAZH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Al Azher Branch, part of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 36 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use SBNKEGCX instead of SBNKEGCXAZH?
SBNKEGCX is the main office of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque, while SBNKEGCXAZH is Al Azher Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBNKEGCXAZH.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXAZH, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.