SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXMHL
SBNKEGCXMHL belongs to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in El Mahala El Kobra, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBNKEGCXMHL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBNKEGCX |
| Branch code | MHL |
| Bank | Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque |
| Branch | El Mahala El Kobra |
| City | El Mahala El Kobra |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- MHL 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 SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXMHL?
SBNKEGCXMHL identifies El Mahala El Kobra, a branch or department of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in El Mahala El Kobra, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use SBNKEGCX instead of SBNKEGCXMHL?
SBNKEGCX is the main office of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque, while SBNKEGCXMHL is El Mahala El Kobra. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SBNKEGCXMHL if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXMHL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 36 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use SBNKEGCXMHL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBNKEGCXMHL against the details from Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.