SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX560
NBEGEGCX560 belongs to National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBEGEGCX560 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBEGEGCX |
| Branch code | 560 |
| Bank | National Bank of Egypt |
| Branch | Local Letters of Guarantee Cairo Center |
| City | Cairo |
| 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.
- 560 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 NBEGEGCX560?
NBEGEGCX560 identifies Local Letters of Guarantee Cairo Center, part of National Bank of Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use NBEGEGCX560 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBEGEGCX560 against the details from National Bank of Egypt before you confirm.
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. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBEGEGCX560, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use NBEGEGCX instead of NBEGEGCX560?
NBEGEGCX is the head office of National Bank of Egypt, while NBEGEGCX560 points to Local Letters of Guarantee Cairo Center. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBEGEGCX560.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.