SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX509
NBEGEGCX509 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in El Menia, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX509 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 509 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El Menia University Branch |
| City | El Menia |
| 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.
- 509 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 SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX509?
The code NBEGEGCX509 belongs to El Menia University Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in El Menia, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX509 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBEGEGCX509 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX509?
NBEGEGCX points to the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX509 points to El Menia University Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX509.
What does each part of NBEGEGCX509 stand for?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 509 is the code of the department El Menia University Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX509, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.