2005 to 2009, the company built its network between branches. By the end of this timeframe, the company had 32 affiliated Islamic banking branches. The largest credit card issuer in Egypt, it is also the first bank in the country to provide contactless payment. United Arab Emirates: Established in 1974 as Banque du Caire, the division’s name was changed in 2008 to match the main bank. There are 5 branches in the Emirates. Lebanon: Banque Misr is one of the oldest banks active in Lebanon, founded in 1929, and has 18 branches throughout the country with capital of £L100 billion. France Germany Saudi Arabia: On April 6, 2021, the Saudi Cabinet licensed Banque Misr to open a branch in the Kingdom. References External links 1920 establishments in Egypt Banks established in 1920 Banks of Egypt Companies based in Cairo Egyptian brands Government-owned companies of Egypt Government-owned banks