SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2105H
NWBKGB2105H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leek, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2105H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 05H |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leek Branch |
| City | Leek |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NWBK 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.
- 05H 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 NWBKGB2105H?
NWBKGB2105H identifies Leek Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leek, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2105H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2105H.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC 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.
What does each part of NWBKGB2105H stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 05H is the code of the department Leek Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2105H with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2105H against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.