MSHQEGCA — MASHREQ BANK
MSHQEGCA is the SWIFT/BIC code for MASHREQ BANK in CAIRO, Egypt — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
MSHQEGCA is the SWIFT/BIC code for MASHREQ BANK in CAIRO, Egypt. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | MASHREQ BANK |
| Country | Egypt (EG) |
| Location Code | CA |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code MSHQEGCA belong to?
The SWIFT code MSHQEGCA identifies MASHREQ BANK in CAIRO, Egypt. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code MSHQEGCA mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of MSHQEGCA are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (MSHQ) represent the bank code for MASHREQ BANK; characters 5-6 (EG) indicate the country code for Egypt; characters 7-8 (CA) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code MSHQEGCA active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) MSHQEGCA is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'CA' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code MSHQEGCA instead of MSHQEGCA?
Yes. The 8-character code MSHQEGCA represents the primary headquarters of MASHREQ BANK. The 11-character code MSHQEGCA targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to MSHQEGCA (or MSHQEGCAXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to MSHQEGCA?
The physical address registered for MSHQEGCA is: THE OFFICE, FLOOR 2, PLOT 77, 90 FIFTH SETTLEMENT, 11835, CAIRO, Egypt. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
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).