SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135J
NWBKGB2135J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ilkley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2135J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 35J |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ilkley Branch |
| City | Ilkley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 35J 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/BIC code NWBKGB2135J?
NWBKGB2135J identifies Ilkley Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ilkley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2135J?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2135J points to Ilkley Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2135J.
What does each part of NWBKGB2135J stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 35J identifies the branch Ilkley Branch.
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.
Do I need NWBKGB2135J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2135J.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.