Personal Banking FAQs

• The username has to be alphanumeric with no Arabic characters: You can use letters and/or numbers, but all letters have to be in English
• Maximum username length is 30 characters: You can have a username of one letter or one number if you find it available, but you cannot go over 30 in length
• Username is case sensitive: If part of your username is capital or small letter, you will need to always type it the same way when you log on
• Spaces and special characters (“ ' * % & /) are not allowed
• If you are consistently receiving invalid credentials error, please make sure you try a different username.

• The username has to be alphanumeric with no Arabic characters: You can use letters and/or numbers, but all letters have to be in English
• Maximum username length is 30 characters: You can have a username of one letter or one number if you find it available, but you cannot go over 30 in length
• Username is case sensitive: If part of your username is capital or small letter, you will need to always type it the same way when you log on
• Spaces and special characters (“ ' * % & /) are not allowed
• If you are consistently receiving invalid credentials error, please make sure you try a different username.

You can issue an online card through your Smart Wallet. An online card (local currency) is a single-use or multi-use (upon your request), virtual card loaded with the desired amount of money to be used on any website or app.

Through the Smart Wallet app:

• Select “Online Card.”
• Select “Generate New Card.”
• Enter the desired amount (in local currency) to assign to your card.
• Enter your PIN.

If you enter your Online Banking password several times incorrectly, you will be locked out. In this case, please follow the below steps to unlock your user:

1. Call 19666
2. Select 3 (Technical support)
3. Select 1 (Activate username)
4. Enter the active debit/credit card 16 digits number
5. Enter the card’s 4 digits PIN code

Do not forget: Passwords are case sensitive; make sure you are entering your password exactly as it is set up. If your password begins with a lowercase letter, you may need to use your phone’s Shift key to change the default from uppercase. In addition, some phones require extra presses on the shift key to enter numbers instead of letters.

If you enter your Online Banking password several times incorrectly, you will be locked out. In this case, please follow the below steps to unlock your user:

1. Call 19666
2. Select 3 (Technical support)
3. Select 1 (Activate username)
4. Enter the active debit/credit card 16 digits number
5. Enter the card’s 4 digits PIN code

Do not forget: Passwords are case sensitive; make sure you are entering your password exactly as it is set up. If your password begins with a lowercase letter, you may need to use your phone’s Shift key to change the default from uppercase. In addition, some phones require extra presses on the shift key to enter numbers instead of letters.

• Log into your Internet or Mobile Banking account
• For Mobile Banking: Select “Products” then “Apply for Loan or Card”

           For Internet Banking: Select “Requests” then “Apply for Loan or Card”

• Enter your National ID number
• Select the desired product you are applying for (loan or credit card)
• If you’re applying for a credit card, select the desired credit card type. If you’re applying for a loan, enter the requested amount
• Enter net monthly income
• Enter employer’s name
• Enter job title
• Read the terms and conditions
• Check the box to agree to the terms and conditions
• Press “Submit”
• Press “Confirm” once the confirmation message appears

Note: A bank representative will get back to the customer within one business day.

Customer to provide signed documents in case of the application approved.

• Log into your Internet or Mobile Banking account
• For Mobile Banking: Select “Products” then “Apply for Loan or Card”

           For Internet Banking: Select “Requests” then “Apply for Loan or Card”

• Enter your National ID number
• Select the desired product you are applying for (loan or credit card)
• If you’re applying for a credit card, select the desired credit card type. If you’re applying for a loan, enter the requested amount
• Enter net monthly income
• Enter employer’s name
• Enter job title
• Read the terms and conditions
• Check the box to agree to the terms and conditions
• Press “Submit”
• Press “Confirm” once the confirmation message appears

Note: A bank representative will get back to the customer within one business day.

Customer to provide signed documents in case of the application approved.

In case you remember your password and only need to change/update it, you can simply do this from the “Login Settings” under your profile, after you log into the app. Otherwise, you can follow the below steps:

1. Tap on the “Forgot/Reset Password” from your Mobile Banking app
2. Fill in the following fields:
   1. Username: Input your Online Banking username
   2. Password: Choose a password that is easy for you to remember, but hard for others to guess
   3. Password Confirmation: Please enter your password again to make sure that it is typed correctly
   4. Debit/Credit Card Number: Please input the 16 digits of your active debit/credit card, without any spaces
   5. Debit/Credit Card PIN: Input the 4-digit PIN code of your debit/credit card
3. Click on "Next".

In case you remember your password and only need to change/update it, you can simply do this from the “Login Settings” under your profile, after you log into the app. Otherwise, you can follow the below steps:

1. Tap on the “Forgot/Reset Password” from your Mobile Banking app
2. Fill in the following fields:
   1. Username: Input your Online Banking username
   2. Password: Choose a password that is easy for you to remember, but hard for others to guess
   3. Password Confirmation: Please enter your password again to make sure that it is typed correctly
   4. Debit/Credit Card Number: Please input the 16 digits of your active debit/credit card, without any spaces
   5. Debit/Credit Card PIN: Input the 4-digit PIN code of your debit/credit card
3. Click on "Next".

• Download the CIB OTP Token app from your device’s app store
• Log in to your Online Banking account
• When using the Mobile Banking app, click on “More” on the bottom of the home page, then click on “OTP Activation” under “Services”
• When using the Internet Banking service, click on “More", then click on "Services" and select "OTP Activation"
• Choose "OTP Soft Token" and click on “Activate Now”
• An SMS will be sent to your registered mobile number with a clickable link
• Click on that link and all the needed fields will be auto populated in the CIB OTP Token app
• Create a PIN code and confirm it
• A verification code will appear on the screen
• Copy the verification code and enter it on the Internet or Mobile Banking app
• Click on “Continue”
• A success screen will appear, showing the successful activation

The Related Accounts feature allows you to manage the accounts of your loved ones and necessary individuals without requiring their usernames or passwords. You can access these Related Accounts from your own account by submitting a request, which will then be processed by our team

1. Log in to your Online Banking user
2. Click on “Profile” icon
3. Choose “Related Accounts”
4. Click on “Add New Related Account” 
5. You will find a quick brief of the service. Click on “Continue” 
6. Fill in the required details:
   • Customer name
   • Relation type (Grant, Joint, Minor, Power of attorney)
   • Date of birth (in case of Minor)
   • Related account number
   • Notes (Optional)
7. Click on “Continue” 
8. Review the request details
9. Check the box to agree to the terms and conditions after reading them
10. Click on “Confirm Request” 

Your request will be submitted successfully and will be verified by the bank before being added as a related account.

Authorized Banking Agent:

• You can go to any authorized banking agent to withdraw money from your Smart Wallet.
• Head to the nearest CIB Smart Wallet banking agent outlet
• On the Smart Wallet app, tap “Withdraw”
• Click on “Agent Withdrawal”
• Enter the withdrawal amount to generate an OTP
• Enter the PIN to confirm the transaction
• OTP will be generated.
• Give the OTP to the agent to complete the withdrawal transaction
• The agent will confirm the withdrawal request and the POS will print two receipts
• You will then receive your cash and a copy of your receipt

Through an ATM:

• On the Smart Wallet app, tap “Withdraw”
• Click on “ATM Withdrawal”
• Enter the withdrawal amount to generate an OTP
• Enter the PIN to confirm the transaction
• OTP will be generated
• Enter the OTP on the ATM screen to complete the withdrawal transaction
• At the ATM, Select “Cardless Services”
• Select “Smart Wallet”
• Select “Cash Withdrawal”
• Enter your mobile number
• Enter the OTP extracted from your Smart Wallet app
• Enter the amount to be withdrawn
• Your transaction will then be completed and you will receive your cash

The Equal Payment Plan (EPP) is a flexible program that allows you to pay for your transactions in equal monthly payments instead of paying in full. This makes it easier for you to manage your monthly expenses.

CIB provides you with a diverse range of installment plans that suit your needs, such as:

• You can install any credit card transaction: (with a competitive interest rate) by calling 19666 from your registered mobile number or through the Mobile Banking app.
• Credit Card Cash Transfer: You can transfer cash to your account from the credit card balance. This service can be requested through the Internet Banking service or using your mobile phone by calling 19666, or via the Mobile Banking app.
• Installment Plans with Competitive Interest Rates at participating merchants.
• Installment Plans with Zero Interest at participating merchants.
• To know merchants subscribed in Equal Payment Plan Program, please visit the following link: https://cib.eg/k0l.
• Balance Transfer: you can settle credit card balances at other banks using your available credit limit, with a low interest rate and no transfer fee. This service can be requested through your mobile phone by calling 19666.

• The service is provided for e-commerce transactions and purchases performed through the Point of Sale (POS) through the merchants.
• The credit cardholder has to request the zero interest installments from the merchant before processing the transaction.
• The minimum transaction amount is determined by the merchant.
• The installment repayment period is determined based on the deal between the Bank and the merchant.
• There is no maximum number of enrollments in the Installment Payment Plan service as long as they are within the card’s credit limit.
• The first installment is due on the month following the month of enrollment.
• The installment is posted as part of the due amount, which is the installment/s plus the minimum amount due out of total non-enrolled balance in the Installment Payment Plan, if any.
• The cardholder should adhere to the monthly installments. If the principal amount of the Installment Plan is settled before maturity date, the service will be automatically canceled.
• This service will not be available if the card is over limit, delinquent, and/or suspended. Active services might be automatically canceled for the same reasons.
• The refunded transactions do not cancel the enrolled transactions in the installment plan. The customer must contact the call center on 19666 to proceed with the cancellation process.

• Password has to be 8 to 12 characters in length
• Password must be alphanumeric with a minimum of 2 letters and 2 digits: This means that a password cannot be all made of only letters or only numbers, but a combination of both with a minimum of 2 from each type
• Password is case sensitive. If part of your password is capital or small letter, you will need to always type it the same way when you log on.
• You cannot use Arabic letters in the password
• Username cannot be part of the password

• Password has to be 8 to 12 characters in length
• Password must be alphanumeric with a minimum of 2 letters and 2 digits: This means that a password cannot be all made of only letters or only numbers, but a combination of both with a minimum of 2 from each type
• Password is case sensitive. If part of your password is capital or small letter, you will need to always type it the same way when you log on.
• You cannot use Arabic letters in the password
• Username cannot be part of the password

• Password has to be 8 to 12 characters in length
• Password must be alphanumeric with a minimum of 2 letters and 2 digits: This means that a password cannot be all made of only letters or only numbers, but a combination of both with a minimum of 2 from each type
• Password is case sensitive. If part of your password is capital or small letter, you will need to always type it the same way when you log on.
• You cannot use Arabic letters in the password
• Username cannot be part of the password

• Password has to be 8 to 12 characters in length
• Password must be alphanumeric with a minimum of 2 letters and 2 digits: This means that a password cannot be all made of only letters or only numbers, but a combination of both with a minimum of 2 from each type
• Password is case sensitive. If part of your password is capital or small letter, you will need to always type it the same way when you log on.
• You cannot use Arabic letters in the password
• Username cannot be part of the password