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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151B

NWBKGB2151B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Torquay, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2151B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2151B
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code51B
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchTorquay, St Marychurch Branch
CityTorquay
CountryUnited 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.
51B 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 NWBKGB2151B?

NWBKGB2151B identifies Torquay, St Marychurch Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Torquay, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need NWBKGB2151B to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2151B.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2151B mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 51B identifies the branch Torquay, St Marychurch Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2151B incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2151B with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2151B?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2151B points to Torquay, St Marychurch Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2151B.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.