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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2115K

NWBKGB2115K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Newmarket, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2115K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2115K
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code15K
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchNewmarket
CityNewmarket
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
15K 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2115K?

NWBKGB2115K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Newmarket, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Newmarket, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2115K to send euros 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. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2115K.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2115K?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2115K is Newmarket. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2115K.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2115K with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2115K with the recipient before sending.

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