SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX203
NBEGEGCX203 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX203 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 203 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El-Ekbal Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 203 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX203?
NBEGEGCX203 identifies El-Ekbal Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX203 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBEGEGCX203 with the recipient before sending.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX203 mean?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 203 identifies the department El-Ekbal Branch.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.