SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135X

NWBKGB2135X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2135X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2135X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code35X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLevenshulme Branch
CityManchester
CountryUnited 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.
35X 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2135X?

The code NWBKGB2135X belongs to Levenshulme 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.

What is the cheapest 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of NWBKGB2135X stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 35X identifies the branch Levenshulme Branch.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2135X incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2135X with the recipient before sending.

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 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2135X to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2135X.

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