SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2116C
NWBKGB2116C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Waterlooville, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2116C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 16C |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Waterlooville |
| City | Waterlooville |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 16C 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
Which bank uses BIC NWBKGB2116C?
NWBKGB2116C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Waterlooville, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Waterlooville, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2116C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2116C.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2116C?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2116C points to Waterlooville. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2116C if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2116C mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 16C identifies the branch Waterlooville.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.