SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXSHR
SUCAEGCXSHR belongs to Suez Canal Bank in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SUCAEGCXSHR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SUCAEGCX |
| Branch code | SHR |
| Bank | Suez Canal Bank |
| Branch | Sharm El Sheikh Branch |
| City | Sharm El Sheikh |
| 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.
- SHR 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 code SUCAEGCXSHR?
SUCAEGCXSHR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sharm El Sheikh Branch, part of Suez Canal Bank in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Suez Canal Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SUCAEGCXSHR, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Suez Canal Bank in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use SUCAEGCXSHR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SUCAEGCXSHR with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of SUCAEGCXSHR mean?
SUCA is the bank code of Suez Canal Bank, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and SHR identifies the department Sharm El Sheikh Branch.
Can I use SUCAEGCX instead of SUCAEGCXSHR?
SUCAEGCX is the head office of Suez Canal Bank, while SUCAEGCXSHR points to Sharm El Sheikh Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SUCAEGCXSHR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.