SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX528
NBEGEGCX528 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Aswan, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX528 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 528 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Aswan Branch |
| City | Aswan |
| 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.
- 528 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
What bank uses BIC NBEGEGCX528?
NBEGEGCX528 identifies Aswan Branch, part of National Bank of Egypt in Aswan, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX528?
NBEGEGCX is the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX528 is Aswan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NBEGEGCX528 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX528 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBEGEGCX528 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX528 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 528 is the code of the department Aswan Branch.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.