SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151T
NWBKGB2151T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in St. Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2151T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 51T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | St. Ives, Cornwall Branch |
| City | St. Ives (Cornwall) |
| 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.
- 51T 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2151T?
The code NWBKGB2151T belongs to St. Ives, Cornwall Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in St. Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2151T to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 NWBKGB2151T.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2151T with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2151T against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.