SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX049
NBEGEGCX049 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Giza, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX049 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 049 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Naguib Mahfouz Branch |
| City | Giza |
| Country | Egypt |
How the National Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBEG 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.
- 049 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 branch is behind SWIFT code NBEGEGCX049?
NBEGEGCX049 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Naguib Mahfouz Branch, a unit of National Bank of Egypt in Giza, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX049 stand for?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 049 identifies the branch Naguib Mahfouz Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX049, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX049?
NBEGEGCX points to the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX049 is Naguib Mahfouz Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX049.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.