SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX124
NBEGEGCX124 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX124 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 124 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Nekabet Elmohandseen Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| 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.
- 124 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/BIC code NBEGEGCX124?
NBEGEGCX124 identifies Nekabet Elmohandseen 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 I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX124, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of NBEGEGCX124 mean?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 124 identifies the branch Nekabet Elmohandseen Branch.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX124?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX124 is Nekabet Elmohandseen Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NBEGEGCX124 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.