SWIFT/BIC code WABAEGCXZAY
WABAEGCXZAY belongs to National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt in 6th of October, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WABAEGCXZAY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WABAEGCX |
| Branch code | ZAY |
| Bank | National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt |
| Branch | El Sheikh Zayed Branch |
| City | 6th of October |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- ZAY 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 SWIFT/BIC code WABAEGCXZAY?
WABAEGCXZAY identifies El Sheikh Zayed Branch, a unit of National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt in 6th of October, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Kuwait - 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.
What happens if I enter WABAEGCXZAY with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WABAEGCXZAY with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in WABAEGCXZAY stand for?
WABA is the institution code of National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and ZAY is the code of the department El Sheikh Zayed Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WABAEGCXZAY, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.