SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX121
NBEGEGCX121 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX121 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 121 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Tiba 2000 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.
- 121 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 NBEGEGCX121?
The code NBEGEGCX121 belongs to Tiba 2000 Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX121 stand for?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 121 identifies the branch Tiba 2000 Branch.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX121?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX121 points to Tiba 2000 Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NBEGEGCX121 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX121, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX121 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBEGEGCX121 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.