SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX111
NBEGEGCX111 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX111 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 111 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El-Khanka Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the National Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 111 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 NBEGEGCX111?
NBEGEGCX111 is the SWIFT/BIC code of El-Khanka Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX111 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBEGEGCX111 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX111 mean?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 111 identifies the department El-Khanka Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX111, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX111?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX111 is El-Khanka Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NBEGEGCX111 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.