SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX140
NBEGEGCX140 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX140 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 140 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Makram Ebid Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 140 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 NBEGEGCX140?
NBEGEGCX140 identifies Makram Ebid Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX140 stand for?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 140 identifies the branch Makram Ebid Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX140, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Has National Bank of Egypt got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Egypt.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.