SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX160
NBEGEGCX160 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX160 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 160 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El Dokki 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.
- 160 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/BIC code NBEGEGCX160?
NBEGEGCX160 identifies El Dokki Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX160, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX160 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBEGEGCX160 against the details from National Bank of Egypt before sending.
Does National Bank of Egypt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.