SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX125
NBEGEGCX125 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX125 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 125 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Rabaa El Adawya Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the National Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 125 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 BIC NBEGEGCX125?
The code NBEGEGCX125 belongs to Rabaa El Adawya Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX125?
NBEGEGCX is the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX125 is Rabaa El Adawya Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NBEGEGCX125 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has National Bank of Egypt got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Egypt.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX125, 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 a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.