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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2113X

NWBKGB2113X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2113X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2113X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code13X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchEdinburgh Branch
CityEdinburgh
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.
13X 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2113X?

NWBKGB2113X identifies Edinburgh Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2113X incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2113X against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Banks often add 1–3% 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.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2113X?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2113X points to Edinburgh Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2113X.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2113X stand for?

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 13X is the code of the department Edinburgh Branch.

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