SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXALX
SUCAEGCXALX belongs to Suez Canal Bank in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SUCAEGCXALX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SUCAEGCX |
| Branch code | ALX |
| Bank | Suez Canal Bank |
| Branch | Alexandria Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Suez Canal Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SUCA 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.
- ALX 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 BIC SUCAEGCXALX?
The code SUCAEGCXALX belongs to Alexandria Branch, part of Suez Canal Bank in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Suez Canal Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Suez Canal Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXALX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Suez Canal Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter SUCAEGCXALX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SUCAEGCXALX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Suez Canal Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 36 SWIFT/BIC codes for Suez Canal Bank in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.