SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2116M
NWBKGB2116M belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Walton-On-Thames, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2116M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 16M |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Walton-On-Thames |
| City | Walton-On-Thames |
| Country | United 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.
- 16M 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2116M?
NWBKGB2116M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Walton-On-Thames, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Walton-On-Thames, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2116M incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2116M against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2116M?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2116M is Walton-On-Thames. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2116M if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2116M mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 16M identifies the department Walton-On-Thames.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.