SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2115F
NWBKGB2115F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Marple, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2115F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 15F |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Marple |
| City | Marple |
| Country | United 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.
- 15F 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 code NWBKGB2115F?
NWBKGB2115F identifies Marple, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Marple, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need NWBKGB2115F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2115F.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2115F incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2115F against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of NWBKGB2115F 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 15F identifies the department Marple.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.