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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135R

NWBKGB2135R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2135R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2135R
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code35R
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchManchester Umist Branch
CityManchester
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
35R 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 NWBKGB2135R?

NWBKGB2135R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Manchester Umist Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2135R?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2135R is Manchester Umist Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2135R if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2135R for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2135R.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2135R 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 35R is the code of the branch Manchester Umist Branch.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2135R with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2135R with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.