SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXTAN
SBNKEGCXTAN belongs to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Tanta, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBNKEGCXTAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBNKEGCX |
| Branch code | TAN |
| Bank | Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque |
| Branch | — |
| City | Tanta |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- TAN 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 BIC SBNKEGCXTAN?
SBNKEGCXTAN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque, part of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Tanta, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use SBNKEGCX instead of SBNKEGCXTAN?
SBNKEGCX is the main office of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque, while SBNKEGCXTAN points to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBNKEGCXTAN.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque.
What happens if I enter SBNKEGCXTAN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBNKEGCXTAN against the details from Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXTAN, 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.