SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX168
NBEGEGCX168 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Giza, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX168 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 168 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Embaba Branch |
| City | Giza |
| Country | Egypt |
How the National Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 168 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 BIC NBEGEGCX168?
The code NBEGEGCX168 belongs to Embaba Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Giza, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX168 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBEGEGCX168 against the details from National Bank of Egypt before you confirm.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX168?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX168 points to Embaba Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NBEGEGCX168 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers 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.