SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2150J
NWBKGB2150J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Wellington, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2150J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 50J |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wellington, Somerset Branch |
| City | Wellington |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 50J 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/BIC code NWBKGB2150J?
NWBKGB2150J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wellington, Somerset Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Wellington, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2150J stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 50J is the code of the branch Wellington, Somerset Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2150J incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2150J against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2150J?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2150J is Wellington, Somerset Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2150J.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.