SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2136P
NWBKGB2136P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2136P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 36P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Manchester, City Centre Branch |
| City | Manchester |
| 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.
- 36P 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 code NWBKGB2136P?
NWBKGB2136P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Manchester, City Centre 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 happens if I enter NWBKGB2136P incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2136P against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2136P?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2136P points to Manchester, City Centre Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2136P.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2136P mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 36P identifies the department Manchester, City Centre Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2136P to send euros 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. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2136P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.