SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX406
NBEGEGCX406 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in El Menoufiaa, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX406 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 406 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Menofya University |
| City | El Menoufiaa |
| 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.
- 406 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/BIC code NBEGEGCX406?
NBEGEGCX406 identifies Menofya University, part of National Bank of Egypt in El Menoufiaa, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX406, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has National Bank of Egypt got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX406?
NBEGEGCX points to the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX406 points to Menofya University. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NBEGEGCX406 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.