SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2150V

NWBKGB2150V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Uckfield, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2150V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2150V
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code50V
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchUckfield Branch
CityUckfield
CountryUnited 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.
50V 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2150V?

The code NWBKGB2150V belongs to Uckfield Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Uckfield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2150V mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 50V is the code of the department Uckfield Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2150V with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2150V with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2150V?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2150V points to Uckfield Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2150V 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.