SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151M

NWBKGB2151M belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Kingsbridge, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2151M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2151M
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code51M
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchKingsbridge Branch
CityKingsbridge
CountryUnited 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.
51M 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 NWBKGB2151M?

NWBKGB2151M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kingsbridge Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Kingsbridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest 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.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2151M to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2151M.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2151M with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2151M with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2151M 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 51M is the code of the branch Kingsbridge Branch.

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