SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX161
NBEGEGCX161 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX161 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 161 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Elgiza Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the National Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 161 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 NBEGEGCX161?
The code NBEGEGCX161 belongs to Elgiza Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does National Bank of Egypt have 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX161, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX161?
NBEGEGCX points to the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX161 points to Elgiza Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX161.
What does each part of NBEGEGCX161 stand for?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 161 is the code of the branch Elgiza Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.