SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX132
NBEGEGCX132 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX132 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 132 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Al-Thawra 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.
- 132 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 is behind SWIFT code NBEGEGCX132?
NBEGEGCX132 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Al-Thawra 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.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX132?
NBEGEGCX is the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX132 points to Al-Thawra Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NBEGEGCX132 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX132, 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.
Has National Bank of Egypt got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.