SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXLRN
SBNKEGCXLRN belongs to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBNKEGCXLRN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBNKEGCX |
| Branch code | LRN |
| Bank | Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque |
| Branch | Loran Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- LRN 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXLRN?
The code SBNKEGCXLRN belongs to Loran Branch, a unit of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SBNKEGCX instead of SBNKEGCXLRN?
SBNKEGCX points to the head office of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque, while SBNKEGCXLRN is Loran Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SBNKEGCXLRN if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXLRN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use SBNKEGCXLRN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBNKEGCXLRN against the details from Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque before sending.
How long does a transfer to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.