SWIFT/BIC code UNBEEGCXCAI
UNBEEGCXCAI belongs to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNBEEGCXCAI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNBEEGCX |
| Branch code | CAI |
| Bank | Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. |
| Branch | Cairo Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNBE 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.
- CAI 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/BIC code UNBEEGCXCAI?
UNBEEGCXCAI identifies Cairo Branch, a unit of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of UNBEEGCXCAI stand for?
UNBE is the institution code of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e., EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and CAI identifies the branch Cairo Branch.
How long does a transfer to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. take 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 and cheaper.
What happens if I use UNBEEGCXCAI incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNBEEGCXCAI against the details from Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. before sending.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNBEEGCXCAI, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.