SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135V
NWBKGB2135V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2135V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 35V |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Manchester, Claremont Road Branch |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United 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.
- 35V 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 NWBKGB2135V?
The code NWBKGB2135V belongs to Manchester, Claremont Road Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2135V?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2135V points to Manchester, Claremont Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2135V.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2135V for a euro transfer 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 NWBKGB2135V.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.