SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2106P
NWBKGB2106P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Stockport, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2106P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 06P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hazel Grove Branch |
| City | Stockport |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 06P 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2106P?
The code NWBKGB2106P belongs to Hazel Grove Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Stockport, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2106P?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2106P points to Hazel Grove Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2106P if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2106P stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 06P is the code of the department Hazel Grove Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2106P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2106P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.