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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2106Y

NWBKGB2106Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Knutsford, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2106Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2106Y
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code06Y
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchKnutsford Branch
CityKnutsford
CountryUnited 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.
06Y 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 NWBKGB2106Y?

The code NWBKGB2106Y belongs to Knutsford Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Knutsford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2106Y for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2106Y.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2106Y?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2106Y points to Knutsford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2106Y.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2106Y with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2106Y with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2106Y mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 06Y identifies the department Knutsford Branch.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.