SWIFT/BIC code NROKIE21XXX
NROKIE21XXX belongs to Northern Rock PLC in Dublin, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NROKIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NROKIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Northern Rock PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
The way the Northern Rock PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NROK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE 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 NROKIE21XXX?
NROKIE21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Northern Rock PLC in Dublin, Ireland. Use it when a payment to Northern Rock PLC does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in NROKIE21XXX stand for?
NROK is the institution code of Northern Rock PLC, IE stands for Ireland, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Does Northern Rock PLC have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NROKIE21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Northern Rock PLC in Ireland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter NROKIE21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NROKIE21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Northern Rock PLC in Ireland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Are NROKIE21 and NROKIE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. NROKIE21 is the short version of NROKIE21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Northern Rock PLC in Dublin.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.