SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2136Q
NWBKGB2136Q belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2136Q |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 36Q |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cheetham Hill, Manchester Branch |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 36Q 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2136Q?
NWBKGB2136Q identifies Cheetham Hill, Manchester Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2136Q with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2136Q with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2136Q 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. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2136Q.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2136Q?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2136Q is Cheetham Hill, Manchester Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2136Q if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.