SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151F
NWBKGB2151F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2151F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 51F |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bovey Tracey Branch |
| City | Bovey Tracey |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 51F 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 NWBKGB2151F?
NWBKGB2151F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bovey Tracey Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2151F?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2151F points to Bovey Tracey Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2151F if the recipient asks for it.
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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2151F with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2151F against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need NWBKGB2151F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2151F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.