SWIFT/BIC code NIBNGB21XXX
NIBNGB21XXX belongs to New Nigeria Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NIBNGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NIBNGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | New Nigeria Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the New Nigeria Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NIBN 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 BIC NIBNGB21XXX?
The code NIBNGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of New Nigeria Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at New Nigeria Bank PLC.
What do the letters in NIBNGB21XXX stand for?
NIBN is the institution code of New Nigeria Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need NIBNGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NIBNGB21XXX.
Does New Nigeria Bank PLC use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NIBNGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for New Nigeria Bank PLC in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to New Nigeria Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is NIBNGB21 and NIBNGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NIBNGB21 is the 8-character version of NIBNGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach New Nigeria Bank PLC in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.