SWIFT/BIC code UNBEEGCXSDZ
UNBEEGCXSDZ belongs to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNBEEGCXSDZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNBEEGCX |
| Branch code | SDZ |
| Bank | Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. |
| Branch | Saad Zhagloul Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- SDZ 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 branch is behind SWIFT code UNBEEGCXSDZ?
UNBEEGCXSDZ identifies Saad Zhagloul Branch, a branch or department 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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in UNBEEGCXSDZ mean?
UNBE is the bank code of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e., EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and SDZ is the code of the department Saad Zhagloul Branch.
What happens if I use UNBEEGCXSDZ incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNBEEGCXSDZ against the details from Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. before sending.
How long does a transfer to Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e. take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use UNBEEGCX instead of UNBEEGCXSDZ?
UNBEEGCX points to the head office of Union National Bank-Egypt S.a.e., while UNBEEGCXSDZ is Saad Zhagloul Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UNBEEGCXSDZ if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.