SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX398
NBEGEGCX398 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Kafr Elshigh, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX398 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 398 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Balteem Branch |
| City | Kafr Elshigh |
| 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.
- 398 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 bank is behind SWIFT code NBEGEGCX398?
The code NBEGEGCX398 belongs to Balteem 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.
Does National Bank of Egypt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Egypt.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX398, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX398?
NBEGEGCX is the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX398 is Balteem Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX398.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.