SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118Y
NWBKGB2118Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2118Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 18Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bournemouth Branch |
| City | Bournemouth |
| 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.
- 18Y 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 NWBKGB2118Y?
NWBKGB2118Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bournemouth Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2118Y to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 still need NWBKGB2118Y.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2118Y?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2118Y points to Bournemouth Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2118Y if the recipient asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.