SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118A
NWBKGB2118A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Solihull, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2118A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 18A |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Shirley, Solihull Branch |
| City | Solihull |
| 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.
- 18A 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2118A?
The code NWBKGB2118A belongs to Shirley, Solihull Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Solihull, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2118A?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2118A is Shirley, Solihull Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2118A.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other 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.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2118A mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 18A is the code of the department Shirley, Solihull Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2118A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2118A.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.