SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXMAD
SUCAEGCXMAD belongs to Suez Canal Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SUCAEGCXMAD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SUCAEGCX |
| Branch code | MAD |
| Bank | Suez Canal Bank |
| Branch | Maadi Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| 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.
- MAD 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 uses SWIFT code SUCAEGCXMAD?
The code SUCAEGCXMAD belongs to Maadi Branch, a unit of Suez Canal Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Suez Canal Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Suez Canal Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 36 SWIFT/BIC codes for Suez Canal Bank in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at Suez Canal Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXMAD, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use SUCAEGCX instead of SUCAEGCXMAD?
SUCAEGCX is the head office of Suez Canal Bank, while SUCAEGCXMAD points to Maadi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SUCAEGCXMAD if the recipient 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. Compare the amount that arrives 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.