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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2117X

NWBKGB2117X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2117X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2117X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code17X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWylde Green Branch
CitySutton Coldfield
CountryUnited 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.
17X 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 NWBKGB2117X?

NWBKGB2117X identifies Wylde Green 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 happens if I use NWBKGB2117X with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2117X with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2117X stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 17X identifies the department Wylde Green Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2117X?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2117X points to Wylde Green Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2117X if the recipient asks for it.

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.