SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2117M
NWBKGB2117M belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2117M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 17M |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hall Green Branch |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 17M 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 NWBKGB2117M?
NWBKGB2117M identifies Hall Green Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2117M mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 17M identifies the branch Hall Green Branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2117M to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2117M.
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.
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. 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.