SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135S
NWBKGB2135S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2135S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 35S |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Manchester, Portland Street Branch |
| City | Manchester |
| 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.
- 35S 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135S?
NWBKGB2135S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Manchester, Portland Street Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2135S 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 35S is the code of the branch Manchester, Portland Street Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2135S?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2135S is Manchester, Portland Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2135S.
Do I need NWBKGB2135S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2135S.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.