SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2115J
NWBKGB2115J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Malvern, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2115J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 15J |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Malvern |
| City | Malvern |
| Country | United 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.
- 15J 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2115J?
The code NWBKGB2115J belongs to Malvern, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Malvern, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2115J mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 15J identifies the branch Malvern.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2115J with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2115J against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
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.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2115J?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2115J is Malvern. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2115J.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.