SWIFT/BIC code WABAEGCXZIZ

WABAEGCXZIZ belongs to National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt.

WABAEGCXZIZ

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeWABAEGCXZIZ
8-character codeWABAEGCX
Branch codeZIZ
BankNational Bank of Kuwait - Egypt
BranchZezinya Branch
CityAlexandria
CountryEgypt

The way the National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
ZIZ 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code WABAEGCXZIZ?

WABAEGCXZIZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Zezinya Branch, a unit of National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on 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 National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WABAEGCXZIZ, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

What does each part of WABAEGCXZIZ stand for?

WABA is the bank code of National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and ZIZ is the code of the branch Zezinya Branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter WABAEGCXZIZ incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WABAEGCXZIZ with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.