SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX131
NBEGEGCX131 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX131 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 131 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Ain Shams 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.
- 131 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 code NBEGEGCX131?
The code NBEGEGCX131 belongs to Ain Shams Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX131?
NBEGEGCX points to the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX131 points to Ain Shams Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX131.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX131, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX131 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBEGEGCX131 with the recipient before you confirm.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.