SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX158
NBEGEGCX158 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX158 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 158 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Sarayat El Maadi 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.
- 158 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 NBEGEGCX158?
The code NBEGEGCX158 belongs to Sarayat El Maadi Branch, part 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 NBEGEGCX158?
NBEGEGCX is the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX158 points to Sarayat El Maadi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NBEGEGCX158 if the recipient asks for it.
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 a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX158, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.