SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2115P
NWBKGB2115P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Launceston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2115P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 15P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Launceston |
| City | Launceston |
| 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.
- 15P 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 NWBKGB2115P?
NWBKGB2115P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Launceston, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Launceston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2115P mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 15P identifies the department Launceston.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2115P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2115P.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.