SWIFT/BIC code NBUSGB21XXX
NBUSGB21XXX belongs to Newbury Building Society in Newbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBUSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBUSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Newbury Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Newbury |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Newbury Building Society SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBUS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code NBUSGB21XXX?
NBUSGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Newbury Building Society in Newbury, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Newbury Building Society does not need a specific branch.
Does Newbury Building Society use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NBUSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Newbury Building Society in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in NBUSGB21XXX stand for?
NBUS is the institution code of Newbury Building Society, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter NBUSGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBUSGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Newbury Building Society?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Newbury Building Society?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.