SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX171
NBEGEGCX171 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX171 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 171 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El-Helmia El-Gestida Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 171 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 uses SWIFT code NBEGEGCX171?
NBEGEGCX171 identifies El-Helmia El-Gestida Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX171 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBEGEGCX171 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX171, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has National Bank of Egypt got other 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.