SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX068
NBEGEGCX068 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX068 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 068 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Alameria |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 068 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/BIC code NBEGEGCX068?
The code NBEGEGCX068 belongs to Alameria, part of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX068, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX068 mean?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 068 identifies the department Alameria.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX068?
NBEGEGCX is the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX068 points to Alameria. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX068.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.