SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2117Y
NWBKGB2117Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Tamworth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2117Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 17Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tamworth Branch |
| City | Tamworth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 17Y 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2117Y?
NWBKGB2117Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tamworth Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Tamworth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2117Y?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2117Y points to Tamworth Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2117Y.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2117Y with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2117Y against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of NWBKGB2117Y 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 17Y is the code of the branch Tamworth Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2117Y to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2117Y.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.