SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2108U
NWBKGB2108U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Widnes, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2108U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 08U |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Widnes Branch |
| City | Widnes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 08U 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2108U?
NWBKGB2108U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Widnes Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Widnes, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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.
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 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2108U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2108U.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2108U?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2108U is Widnes Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2108U if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2108U 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 08U is the code of the department Widnes Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.