SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX516
NBEGEGCX516 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Assuit, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX516 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 516 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Assuit University Branch |
| City | Assuit |
| Country | Egypt |
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.
- 516 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 uses BIC NBEGEGCX516?
NBEGEGCX516 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Assuit University Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Assuit, Egypt. Use this branch code only when 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Egypt.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX516, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX516?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX516 points to Assuit University Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX516.
What happens if I use NBEGEGCX516 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBEGEGCX516 against the details from National Bank of Egypt before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.