SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX515
NBEGEGCX515 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Assuit, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX515 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 515 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Abu Tig Branch |
| City | Assuit |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 515 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/BIC code NBEGEGCX515?
NBEGEGCX515 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Abu Tig Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Assuit, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does National Bank of Egypt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Egypt.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX515, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX515?
NBEGEGCX points to the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX515 points to Abu Tig Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX515.
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.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.