SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX340
NBEGEGCX340 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX340 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 340 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Sharm El Sheikh Branch |
| City | Sharm El Sheikh |
| 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.
- 340 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 BIC NBEGEGCX340?
NBEGEGCX340 identifies Sharm El Sheikh Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NBEGEGCX340 mean?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 340 is the code of the branch Sharm El Sheikh Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX340, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX340?
NBEGEGCX points to the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX340 points to Sharm El Sheikh Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX340.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.