SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2136D
NWBKGB2136D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Eccles, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2136D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 36D |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Monton Branch |
| City | Eccles |
| Country | United 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.
- 36D 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
What bank uses BIC NWBKGB2136D?
The code NWBKGB2136D belongs to Monton Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Eccles, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2136D stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 36D identifies the branch Monton Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2136D?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2136D is Monton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2136D if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2136D incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2136D with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.