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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2117W

NWBKGB2117W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2117W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2117W
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code17W
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchSutton Coldfield Branch
CitySutton Coldfield
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
17W 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 is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2117W?

NWBKGB2117W identifies Sutton Coldfield Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2117W mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 17W identifies the department Sutton Coldfield 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

Do I need NWBKGB2117W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2117W.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.