SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118S
NWBKGB2118S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Colne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2118S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 18S |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Colne Branch |
| City | Colne |
| Country | United 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.
- 18S 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118S?
The code NWBKGB2118S belongs to Colne Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Colne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2118S stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 18S is the code of the department Colne Branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2118S 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 still need NWBKGB2118S.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2118S with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2118S against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.