SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2117C
NWBKGB2117C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2117C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 17C |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Welwyn Garden City Branch |
| City | Welwyn Garden City |
| 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.
- 17C 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 NWBKGB2117C?
The code NWBKGB2117C belongs to Welwyn Garden City Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2117C?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2117C points to Welwyn Garden City Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2117C.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2117C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2117C against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of NWBKGB2117C mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 17C is the code of the department Welwyn Garden City Branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.