SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX231
NBEGEGCX231 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX231 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 231 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Sidibeshr Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| 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.
- 231 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 NBEGEGCX231?
NBEGEGCX231 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sidibeshr 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 do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX231, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does National Bank of Egypt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX231?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX231 is Sidibeshr Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NBEGEGCX231 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.