SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXNSR
ARABEGCXNSR belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXNSR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | NSR |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Nasr Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARAB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- NSR Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank uses SWIFT code ARABEGCXNSR?
ARABEGCXNSR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nasr Branch, part of Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use ARABEGCX instead of ARABEGCXNSR?
ARABEGCX points to the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABEGCXNSR is Nasr Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ARABEGCXNSR if the recipient asks for it.
Does Arab Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Arab Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Arab Bank PLC take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of ARABEGCXNSR mean?
ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and NSR is the code of the department Nasr Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.