SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX135
NBEGEGCX135 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX135 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 135 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Al-Tayaran 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.
- 135 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/BIC code NBEGEGCX135?
NBEGEGCX135 identifies Al-Tayaran Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use NBEGEGCX135 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBEGEGCX135 against the details from National Bank of Egypt before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX135, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX135 mean?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 135 identifies the branch Al-Tayaran Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.