SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXOCT
SUCAEGCXOCT belongs to Suez Canal Bank in 6th of October, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SUCAEGCXOCT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SUCAEGCX |
| Branch code | OCT |
| Bank | Suez Canal Bank |
| Branch | 6th of October City Branch |
| City | 6th of October |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- OCT 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXOCT?
SUCAEGCXOCT identifies 6th of October City Branch, a unit of Suez Canal Bank in 6th of October, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 happens if I enter SUCAEGCXOCT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SUCAEGCXOCT against the details from Suez Canal Bank before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Suez Canal Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use SUCAEGCX instead of SUCAEGCXOCT?
SUCAEGCX points to the head office of Suez Canal Bank, while SUCAEGCXOCT points to 6th of October City Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SUCAEGCXOCT.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Suez Canal Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXOCT, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.