SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2111Y
NWBKGB2111Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2111Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 11Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Milton Keynes Branch |
| City | Milton Keynes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 11Y 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 BIC NWBKGB2111Y?
NWBKGB2111Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Milton Keynes Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2111Y incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2111Y against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2111Y?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2111Y is Milton Keynes Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2111Y.
What does each part of NWBKGB2111Y 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 11Y identifies the department Milton Keynes Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2111Y for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2111Y.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.