SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2117F
NWBKGB2117F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Edgbaston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2117F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 17F |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Edgbaston, Highfield Road Branch |
| City | Edgbaston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 17F 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2117F?
NWBKGB2117F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edgbaston, Highfield Road Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Edgbaston, 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?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2117F?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2117F is Edgbaston, Highfield Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2117F if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2117F mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 17F is the code of the department Edgbaston, Highfield Road Branch.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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 happens if I enter NWBKGB2117F incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2117F with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.