SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX506

NBEGEGCX506 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Bani Suef, Egypt.

NBEGEGCX506

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNBEGEGCX506
8-character codeNBEGEGCX
Branch code506
BankNational Bank of Egypt
BranchEl-Wasta Branch
CityBani Suef
CountryEgypt

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.
506 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 NBEGEGCX506?

NBEGEGCX506 identifies El-Wasta Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Bani Suef, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of NBEGEGCX506 mean?

NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 506 identifies the department El-Wasta Branch.

What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX506 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBEGEGCX506 with the recipient before you confirm.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX506, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.