SWIFT/BIC code UNBEEGCXNCT
UNBEEGCXNCT belongs to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNBEEGCXNCT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNBEEGCX |
| Branch code | NCT |
| Bank | Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. |
| Branch | Nasr City Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- NCT 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 UNBEEGCXNCT?
UNBEEGCXNCT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nasr City Branch, part of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNBEEGCXNCT, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in UNBEEGCXNCT stand for?
UNBE is the institution code of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e., EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and NCT identifies the department Nasr City Branch.
Can I use UNBEEGCX instead of UNBEEGCXNCT?
UNBEEGCX is the main office of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e., while UNBEEGCXNCT points to Nasr City Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UNBEEGCXNCT if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.