SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX518
NBEGEGCX518 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Sohag, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX518 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 518 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | El-Maragha Branch |
| City | Sohag |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the National Bank of Egypt SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 518 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 BIC NBEGEGCX518?
The code NBEGEGCX518 belongs to El-Maragha Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in Sohag, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use NBEGEGCX518 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBEGEGCX518 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX518 mean?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 518 is the code of the department El-Maragha Branch.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX518?
NBEGEGCX is the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX518 is El-Maragha Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX518.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.