SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX240
NBEGEGCX240 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX240 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 240 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Al-Ameriya Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| 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.
- 240 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 BIC NBEGEGCX240?
NBEGEGCX240 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Al-Ameriya Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX240, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX240 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBEGEGCX240 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX240?
NBEGEGCX points to the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX240 is Al-Ameriya Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX240.
Does National Bank of Egypt have 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Egypt.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.