SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX549
NBEGEGCX549 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in El Menia, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX549 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 549 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Abo Qurqas Branch |
| City | El Menia |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 549 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX549?
NBEGEGCX549 identifies Abo Qurqas Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Egypt in El Menia, 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 – our database contains 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Egypt in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX549, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX549?
NBEGEGCX points to the main office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX549 points to Abo Qurqas Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX549.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.