SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2117L
NWBKGB2117L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2117L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 17L |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Acocks Green, Birmingham Branch |
| City | Birmingham |
| 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.
- 17L 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2117L?
The code NWBKGB2117L belongs to Acocks Green, Birmingham Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2117L?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2117L is Acocks Green, Birmingham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2117L.
Do I need NWBKGB2117L to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2117L.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.