SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151G
NWBKGB2151G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Teignmouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2151G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 51G |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Teignmouth Branch |
| City | Teignmouth |
| Country | United 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.
- 51G 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 NWBKGB2151G?
NWBKGB2151G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Teignmouth Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Teignmouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2151G to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2151G.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2151G mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 51G is the code of the department Teignmouth Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2151G?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2151G is Teignmouth Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2151G.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.