SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX343
NBEGEGCX343 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Elbahr Elahmar, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX343 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 343 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Ras Ghareb Branch |
| City | Elbahr Elahmar |
| 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.
- 343 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 is behind BIC NBEGEGCX343?
NBEGEGCX343 identifies Ras Ghareb Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Elbahr Elahmar, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NBEGEGCX343 mean?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 343 identifies the branch Ras Ghareb Branch.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX343?
NBEGEGCX points to the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX343 points to Ras Ghareb Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX343.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX343, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX343 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBEGEGCX343 against the details from National Bank of Egypt before sending.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.