SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151K
NWBKGB2151K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Brixham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2151K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 51K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Brixham Branch |
| City | Brixham |
| Country | United 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.
- 51K 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151K?
The code NWBKGB2151K belongs to Brixham Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Brixham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2151K incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2151K against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2151K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2151K.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2151K?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2151K is Brixham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2151K 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.