SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXGRD
SUCAEGCXGRD belongs to Suez Canal Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SUCAEGCXGRD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SUCAEGCX |
| Branch code | GRD |
| Bank | Suez Canal Bank |
| Branch | Garden City Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Suez Canal Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- GRD 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 BIC SUCAEGCXGRD?
SUCAEGCXGRD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Garden City Branch, a unit of Suez Canal Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Suez Canal Bank in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Suez Canal Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXGRD, 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.
How long does a transfer to Suez Canal Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use SUCAEGCX instead of SUCAEGCXGRD?
SUCAEGCX points to the head office of Suez Canal Bank, while SUCAEGCXGRD points to Garden City Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SUCAEGCXGRD if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter SUCAEGCXGRD incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SUCAEGCXGRD against the details from Suez Canal Bank before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.