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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151U

NWBKGB2151U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Redcar, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2151U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2151U
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code51U
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchRedcar Branch
CityRedcar
CountryUnited 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.
51U 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2151U?

NWBKGB2151U identifies Redcar Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Redcar, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2151U stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 51U is the code of the branch Redcar Branch.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2151U with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2151U against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2151U?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2151U points to Redcar Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2151U.

What is the best 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services 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.