SWIFT/BIC code WABAEGCXHEL
WABAEGCXHEL belongs to National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WABAEGCXHEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WABAEGCX |
| Branch code | HEL |
| Bank | National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt |
| Branch | Heliopolis Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WABA 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.
- HEL 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 BIC WABAEGCXHEL?
The code WABAEGCXHEL belongs to Heliopolis Branch, part of National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks 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 the letters in WABAEGCXHEL mean?
WABA is the bank code of National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and HEL is the code of the branch Heliopolis Branch.
What happens if I enter WABAEGCXHEL with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WABAEGCXHEL against the details from National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt before sending.
Does National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 18 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WABAEGCXHEL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.