SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2108Y

NWBKGB2108Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leatherhead, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2108Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2108Y
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code08Y
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLeatherhead Branch
CityLeatherhead
CountryUnited 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.
08Y 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2108Y?

The code NWBKGB2108Y belongs to Leatherhead Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leatherhead, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2108Y stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 08Y identifies the branch Leatherhead Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2108Y?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2108Y points to Leatherhead Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2108Y.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2108Y incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2108Y with the recipient before you confirm.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

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