SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX495
NBEGEGCX495 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Luxor, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX495 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 495 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Esna Branch |
| City | Luxor |
| 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.
- 495 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 NBEGEGCX495?
NBEGEGCX495 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Esna Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Luxor, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX495, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent 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 happens if I enter NBEGEGCX495 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBEGEGCX495 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX495 mean?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 495 identifies the department Esna Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.