SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX127
NBEGEGCX127 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX127 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 127 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Gesr El-Suez Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 127 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 code NBEGEGCX127?
The code NBEGEGCX127 belongs to Gesr El-Suez Branch, a unit of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NBEGEGCX127 mean?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 127 identifies the branch Gesr El-Suez Branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX127, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX127?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX127 points to Gesr El-Suez Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX127.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.