SWIFT/BIC code NCLEGB21XXX

NCLEGB21XXX belongs to Newcastle Building Society in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

NCLEGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNCLEGB21XXX
8-character codeNCLEGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankNewcastle Building Society
BranchHead office
CityNewcastle Upon Tyne
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Newcastle Building Society SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

NCLE 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NCLEGB21XXX?

NCLEGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Newcastle Building Society in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Newcastle Building Society does not need a specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Newcastle Building Society take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NCLEGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NCLEGB21XXX.

Are NCLEGB21 and NCLEGB21XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. NCLEGB21 is the 8-character version of NCLEGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Newcastle Building Society in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

What happens if I enter NCLEGB21XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NCLEGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of NCLEGB21XXX stand for?

NCLE is the bank code of Newcastle Building Society, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

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