SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2116S

NWBKGB2116S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Sidcup, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2116S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2116S
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code16S
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchSidcup
CitySidcup
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
16S 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 NWBKGB2116S?

NWBKGB2116S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sidcup, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Sidcup, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of NWBKGB2116S stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 16S is the code of the department Sidcup.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2116S incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2116S with the recipient before sending.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other 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.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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