SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2108C

NWBKGB2108C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hyde, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2108C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2108C
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code08C
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHyde Branch
CityHyde
CountryUnited 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.
08C 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

What bank is behind BIC NWBKGB2108C?

NWBKGB2108C identifies Hyde Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hyde, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2108C mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 08C is the code of the branch Hyde Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2108C with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2108C with the recipient before sending.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2108C?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2108C is Hyde Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2108C if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need NWBKGB2108C to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2108C.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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