SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX128
NBEGEGCX128 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX128 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 128 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Nazih Khalifa Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 128 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 BIC NBEGEGCX128?
NBEGEGCX128 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nazih Khalifa Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use NBEGEGCX128 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBEGEGCX128 against the details from National Bank of Egypt before sending.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX128, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Does National Bank of Egypt have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Egypt.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.