SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXHEL
SUCAEGCXHEL belongs to Suez Canal Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SUCAEGCXHEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SUCAEGCX |
| Branch code | HEL |
| Bank | Suez Canal Bank |
| Branch | Heliopolis 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.
- HEL 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 is behind SWIFT code SUCAEGCXHEL?
SUCAEGCXHEL identifies Heliopolis Branch, a branch or department of Suez Canal Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use SUCAEGCXHEL with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SUCAEGCXHEL with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in SUCAEGCXHEL mean?
SUCA is the bank code of Suez Canal Bank, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and HEL is the code of the branch Heliopolis Branch.
Can I use SUCAEGCX instead of SUCAEGCXHEL?
SUCAEGCX is the main office of Suez Canal Bank, while SUCAEGCXHEL is Heliopolis Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SUCAEGCXHEL.
How long does a transfer to Suez Canal Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Suez Canal Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXHEL, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.