SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2107C
NWBKGB2107C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2107C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 07C |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leicester London Road Branch |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 07C 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 code NWBKGB2107C?
The code NWBKGB2107C belongs to Leicester London Road Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2107C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2107C.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2107C?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2107C is Leicester London Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2107C.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2107C 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 07C is the code of the department Leicester London Road Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.