SWIFT/BIC code XCAIEGC1XXX
XCAIEGC1XXX belongs to Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XCAIEGC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XCAIEGC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XCAI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 XCAIEGC1XXX?
XCAIEGC1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges in Cairo, Egypt. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges.
What happens if I use XCAIEGC1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check XCAIEGC1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code XCAIEGC1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of XCAIEGC1XXX stand for?
XCAI is the institution code of Cairo and Alexandria Stock Exchanges, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, C1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.