SWIFT/BIC code UNBEEGCXGLY
UNBEEGCXGLY belongs to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNBEEGCXGLY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNBEEGCX |
| Branch code | GLY |
| Bank | Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. |
| Branch | Gleem Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNBE 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.
- GLY 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 SWIFT/BIC code UNBEEGCXGLY?
The code UNBEEGCXGLY belongs to Gleem Branch, part of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in 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.
How long does it take to send money to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNBEEGCXGLY, 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 UNBEEGCX instead of UNBEEGCXGLY?
UNBEEGCX is the main office of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e., while UNBEEGCXGLY points to Gleem Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNBEEGCXGLY.
What do the letters in UNBEEGCXGLY stand for?
UNBE is the institution code of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e., EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and GLY identifies the branch Gleem Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.