SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2150Y
NWBKGB2150Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Battle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2150Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 50Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Battle Branch |
| City | Battle |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 50Y 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 BIC NWBKGB2150Y?
The code NWBKGB2150Y belongs to Battle Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Battle, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2150Y mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 50Y is the code of the branch Battle Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2150Y with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2150Y with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2150Y?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2150Y points to Battle Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2150Y if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.