SWIFT/BIC code NRBSGB21XXX
NRBSGB21XXX belongs to Northern Rock Building Society in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NRBSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NRBSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Northern Rock Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Newcastle Upon Tyne |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Northern Rock Building Society SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NRBS 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
What bank is behind BIC NRBSGB21XXX?
NRBSGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Northern Rock Building Society in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Northern Rock Building Society.
Does Northern Rock Building Society have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NRBSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Northern Rock Building Society in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are NRBSGB21 and NRBSGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. NRBSGB21 is the 8-character version of NRBSGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Northern Rock Building Society in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
How long does a transfer to Northern Rock Building Society take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NRBSGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NRBSGB21XXX.
What happens if I enter NRBSGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NRBSGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.