SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX545
NBEGEGCX545 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Assuit, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX545 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 545 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Sedfa Branch |
| City | Assuit |
| 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.
- 545 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 uses SWIFT code NBEGEGCX545?
NBEGEGCX545 identifies Sedfa 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.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX545?
NBEGEGCX points to the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX545 points to Sedfa Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NBEGEGCX545 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter NBEGEGCX545 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBEGEGCX545 against the details from National Bank of Egypt before sending.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Egypt take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in NBEGEGCX545 mean?
NBEG is the institution code of National Bank of Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 545 is the code of the branch Sedfa Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.