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SWIFT/BIC code ETHNCY2N521

ETHNCY2N521 belongs to National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) LTD. in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus.

ETHNCY2N521

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeETHNCY2N521
8-character codeETHNCY2N
Branch code521
BankNational Bank of Greece (Cyprus) LTD.
BranchEleftheria Sq. Branch 521
CityNicosia (Lefkosia)
CountryCyprus

The way the National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

ETHN Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CY Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
2N Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
521 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

What bank uses SWIFT code ETHNCY2N521?

ETHNCY2N521 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Eleftheria Sq. Branch 521, part of National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) LTD. in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter ETHNCY2N521 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ETHNCY2N521 against the details from National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) LTD. before sending.

Can I use ETHNCY2N instead of ETHNCY2N521?

ETHNCY2N is the main office of National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) LTD., while ETHNCY2N521 is Eleftheria Sq. Branch 521. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ETHNCY2N521.

How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) LTD. in Cyprus?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) LTD.?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need ETHNCY2N521 for a euro transfer to Cyprus?

Cyprus is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ETHNCY2N521.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.