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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2115B

NWBKGB2115B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bamber Bridge, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2115B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2115B
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code15B
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBamber Bridge
CityBamber Bridge
CountryUnited 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.
15B 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 code NWBKGB2115B?

The code NWBKGB2115B belongs to Bamber Bridge, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bamber Bridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2115B?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2115B is Bamber Bridge. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2115B.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2115B incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2115B with the recipient before sending.

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 does each part of NWBKGB2115B stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 15B identifies the department Bamber Bridge.

Do I need NWBKGB2115B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2115B.

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