SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX346
NBEGEGCX346 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Elbahr Elahmar, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX346 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 346 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Marsa Alam Branch |
| City | Elbahr Elahmar |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 346 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 SWIFT code NBEGEGCX346?
NBEGEGCX346 identifies Marsa Alam Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Elbahr Elahmar, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX346 mean?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 346 is the code of the branch Marsa Alam Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX346, 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.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX346?
NBEGEGCX points to the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX346 is Marsa Alam Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX346.
What happens if I use NBEGEGCX346 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBEGEGCX346 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.