SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX315
NBEGEGCX315 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX315 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 315 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El Gomhorya Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the National Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 315 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/BIC code NBEGEGCX315?
The code NBEGEGCX315 belongs to El Gomhorya Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX315, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX315 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBEGEGCX315 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX315 stand for?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 315 is the code of the department El Gomhorya Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.