SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX519
NBEGEGCX519 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Sohag, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX519 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 519 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Sohag Branch |
| City | Sohag |
| 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.
- 519 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 SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX519?
The code NBEGEGCX519 belongs to Sohag Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Sohag, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX519?
NBEGEGCX points to the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX519 points to Sohag Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NBEGEGCX519 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX519 mean?
NBEG is the bank code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 519 is the code of the department Sohag Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does National Bank of Egypt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt. 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.