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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2116G

NWBKGB2116G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Cannock, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2116G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2116G
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code16G
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchCannock
CityCannock
CountryUnited 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.
16G 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2116G?

NWBKGB2116G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cannock, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Cannock, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2116G?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2116G points to Cannock. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2116G if the recipient asks for it.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2116G mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 16G is the code of the branch Cannock.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2116G incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2116G against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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