SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2116B
NWBKGB2116B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Trowbridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2116B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 16B |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Trowbridge |
| City | Trowbridge |
| 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.
- 16B 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 BIC NWBKGB2116B?
The code NWBKGB2116B belongs to Trowbridge, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Trowbridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2116B stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 16B identifies the department Trowbridge.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2116B?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2116B is Trowbridge. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2116B if the recipient asks for it.
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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2116B with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2116B with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.