SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2105Y
NWBKGB2105Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Christchurch, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2105Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 05Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Christchurch Branch |
| City | Christchurch |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 05Y 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2105Y?
NWBKGB2105Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Christchurch Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Christchurch, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2105Y?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2105Y is Christchurch Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2105Y.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2105Y mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 05Y identifies the branch Christchurch Branch.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Do I need NWBKGB2105Y for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2105Y.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.