SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2106U
NWBKGB2106U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Fareham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2106U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 06U |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Fareham Branch |
| City | Fareham |
| 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.
- 06U 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 BIC NWBKGB2106U?
NWBKGB2106U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fareham Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Fareham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2106U?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2106U points to Fareham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2106U if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2106U to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2106U.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.