SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118V
NWBKGB2118V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bradford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2118V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 18V |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Primeline Bradford |
| City | Bradford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 18V 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2118V?
NWBKGB2118V identifies Primeline Bradford, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bradford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2118V with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2118V with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need NWBKGB2118V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2118V.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of NWBKGB2118V mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 18V identifies the department Primeline Bradford.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.