The US dollar exchange rate stabilized against the Egyptian pound today, Monday, January 19, 2026, at Crédit Agricole Egypt at 47.34 EGP for purchase and 47.44 EGP for sale.
The US dollar rate stabilized at the Central Bank of Egypt at 47.35 EGP for purchase and 47.49 EGP for sale, at Commercial International Bank (CIB) at 47.38 EGP for purchase and 47.48 EGP for sale, at Banque Misr at 47.36 EGP for purchase and 47.46 EGP for sale, at Al Baraka Bank at 47.35 EGP for purchase and 47.45 EGP for sale.
The rate stabilized at Bank of Alexandria at 47.37 EGP for purchase and 47.47 EGP for sale, and at Egyptian Real Estate Bank at 47.36 EGP for purchase and 47.46 EGP for sale.
Today’s US dollar exchange rate in Egyptian banks:
US Dollar rate at National Bank of Egypt:
– 47.36 EGP for purchase.
– 47.46 EGP for sale.
US Dollar rate at Banque Misr:
– 47.36 EGP for purchase.
– 47.46 EGP for sale.
US Dollar rate at Bank of Alexandria:
– 47.37 EGP for purchase.
– 47.47 EGP for sale.
US Dollar rate at Commercial International Bank “CIB”:
– 47.38 EGP for purchase.
– 47.48 EGP for sale.
US Dollar rate at Egyptian Real Estate Bank:
– 47.36 EGP for purchase.
– 47.46 EGP for sale.
US Dollar rate at Al Baraka Bank:
– 47.35 EGP for purchase.
– 47.45 EGP for sale.
US Dollar rate at Crédit Agricole Egypt:
– 47.34 EGP for purchase.
– 47.44 EGP for sale.
US Dollar rate at Housing and Development Bank:
– 47.36 EGP for purchase.
– 47.46 EGP for sale.
US Dollar
The US Dollar is the official currency of the United States, established by the Coinage Act of 1792. It evolved from a system based on precious metals to a fiat currency, and its global reserve status was solidified by the Bretton Woods Agreement in 1944.
Egyptian pound
The Egyptian pound is the official currency of Egypt, introduced in 1834 to replace the Egyptian piastre. Its history is closely tied to the country’s economic and political shifts, including periods under the gold standard and later managed flotation against foreign currencies.
Crédit Agricole Egypt
Crédit Agricole Egypt is a commercial bank operating in Egypt, originally established in 2006 as a subsidiary of the French Crédit Agricole Group. It provides a range of retail, corporate, and investment banking services within the Egyptian financial market.
Central Bank of Egypt
The Central Bank of Egypt, established in 1961, serves as the country’s primary monetary authority, responsible for issuing currency and regulating the banking sector. It succeeded the National Bank of Egypt, which had acted as the central bank since 1898, marking a key development in Egypt’s modern financial history.
Commercial International Bank
Commercial International Bank (CIB) is Egypt’s largest private sector bank, founded in 1975. It has grown from a joint venture with Chase Manhattan Bank to become a leading financial institution, playing a key role in the country’s economic development and modernization of its banking sector.
CIB
CIB is an acronym commonly associated with the Central Investigation Bureau, which is the primary criminal investigation agency of Thailand. It was established in 1962 under the Royal Thai Police to handle complex and serious crimes, including organized crime, corruption, and cybercrime. The bureau plays a central role in Thailand’s law enforcement and national security framework.
Banque Misr
Banque Misr is Egypt’s first fully Egyptian-owned bank, founded in 1920 by economist Talaat Harb Pasha to promote national economic independence and support local industry. It played a pivotal role in financing and establishing numerous Egyptian companies in sectors like textiles, transportation, and film during the 20th century. Today, it remains one of the largest and most prominent financial institutions in the country.
Al Baraka Bank
Al Baraka Bank is an international Islamic banking group founded in 1978 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, by Sheikh Saleh Abdullah Kamel. It operates in numerous countries, providing Sharia-compliant financial services and investment products. The bank’s establishment was part of a broader movement to develop financial institutions adhering to Islamic principles, such as the prohibition of interest.
Bank of Alexandria
The Bank of Alexandria, founded in 1857, is one of the oldest banks in Egypt and was originally established to finance agricultural and commercial projects during the reign of Khedive Said. Today, it operates as a major commercial bank, having undergone significant modernization and expansion, including a merger with Banque du Caire in 2006.
Egyptian Real Estate Bank
The Egyptian Real Estate Bank is a state-owned financial institution established in 1880, making it one of the oldest banks in Egypt. It was originally founded to provide mortgage financing and support real estate development, playing a key role in the country’s urban and economic growth.
National Bank of Egypt
The National Bank of Egypt (NBE) is Egypt’s oldest and largest commercial bank, founded in 1898 during the reign of Khedive Abbas II. It initially functioned as Egypt’s central bank, issuing the country’s currency until 1961, when the Central Bank of Egypt was established. Today, it remains a cornerstone of the Egyptian financial sector with a vast network of branches.
Housing and Development Bank
The Housing and Development Bank (HDB) is a major Egyptian financial institution founded in 1979 to support national housing and urban development projects. It was established by presidential decree to provide financing for residential construction and infrastructure, playing a key role in the government’s efforts to address housing needs and foster community development.
Egypt
Egypt is home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, with a recorded history spanning over 5,000 years and iconic monuments like the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx from the Old Kingdom era. Its rich cultural legacy includes pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic Christian, and Islamic influences, centered for millennia along the fertile Nile River valley.
Zamalek
Zamalek is an affluent, leafy district located on Gezira Island in the Nile River within Cairo, Egypt. Historically developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it became a prestigious residential area for foreign diplomats and the Egyptian elite, known for its European-style architecture, embassies, and cultural venues like the Cairo Opera House.
Egypt Cup
The Egypt Cup is the premier domestic knockout football competition in Egypt, first held in 1921. It is organized by the Egyptian Football Association and features clubs from across the country competing in a single-elimination tournament, with Al Ahly being its most successful team historically.
