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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135U

NWBKGB2135U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2135U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2135U
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code35U
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchUniversity Precinct Branch
CityManchester
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
35U 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 BIC NWBKGB2135U?

NWBKGB2135U identifies University Precinct Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2135U?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2135U points to University Precinct Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2135U if the recipient asks for it.

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.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2135U mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 35U is the code of the department University Precinct Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2135U incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2135U with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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