SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXLXR
SBNKEGCXLXR belongs to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Luxor, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBNKEGCXLXR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBNKEGCX |
| Branch code | LXR |
| Bank | Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque |
| Branch | Saib Bank Luxor Branch |
| City | Luxor |
| 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.
- LXR 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 SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXLXR?
The code SBNKEGCXLXR belongs to Saib Bank Luxor Branch, a unit of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Luxor, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter SBNKEGCXLXR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBNKEGCXLXR against the details from Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXLXR, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 36 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.