SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX173
NBEGEGCX173 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX173 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 173 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Shobra El-Khema 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.
- 173 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 NBEGEGCX173?
The code NBEGEGCX173 belongs to Shobra El-Khema Branch, a unit of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has National Bank of Egypt got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX173, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX173?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX173 points to Shobra El-Khema Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX173.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use NBEGEGCX173 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBEGEGCX173 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.