SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXZMK
SBNKEGCXZMK belongs to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBNKEGCXZMK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBNKEGCX |
| Branch code | ZMK |
| Bank | Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque |
| Branch | Zamalek Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| 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.
- ZMK 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
What bank is behind BIC SBNKEGCXZMK?
SBNKEGCXZMK identifies Zamalek Branch, a unit of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SBNKEGCXZMK stand for?
SBNK is the institution code of Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and ZMK is the code of the department Zamalek Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe Arabe Internationale de Banque?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBNKEGCXZMK, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use SBNKEGCXZMK with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBNKEGCXZMK with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.