SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX397
NBEGEGCX397 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Kafr Elshigh, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX397 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 397 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Beyala Branch |
| City | Kafr Elshigh |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 397 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 BIC NBEGEGCX397?
NBEGEGCX397 identifies Beyala Branch, a unit of National Bank of Egypt in Kafr Elshigh, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX397?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX397 is Beyala Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NBEGEGCX397 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX397, 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.
Does National Bank of Egypt have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX397 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBEGEGCX397 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.