BCAIEGCX472 — BANQUE DU CAIRE
BCAIEGCX472 is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANQUE DU CAIRE in MENOUF, Egypt — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BCAIEGCX472 is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANQUE DU CAIRE in MENOUF, Egypt. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BCAIEGCX
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BANQUE DU CAIRE |
| Country | Egypt (EG) |
| Location Code | CX |
| Branch | TALA |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BCAIEGCX472 belong to?
The SWIFT code BCAIEGCX472 identifies BANQUE DU CAIRE in MENOUF, Egypt. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BCAIEGCX472 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BCAIEGCX472 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BCAI) represent the bank code for BANQUE DU CAIRE; characters 5-6 (EG) indicate the country code for Egypt; characters 7-8 (CX) specify the location code; and the final characters (472) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BCAIEGCX472 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BCAIEGCX472 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'CX' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX472?
Yes. The 8-character code BCAIEGCX represents the primary headquarters of BANQUE DU CAIRE. The 11-character code BCAIEGCX472 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BCAIEGCX (or BCAIEGCXXXX) will route them to the main head office.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).