SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX149
NBEGEGCX149 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX149 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 149 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Gazernat El Arab 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.
- 149 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 bank is behind SWIFT code NBEGEGCX149?
NBEGEGCX149 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gazernat El Arab Branch, a unit of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX149?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX149 is Gazernat El Arab Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX149.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX149 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBEGEGCX149 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does National Bank of Egypt have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Many banks add several percent 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.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX149, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.