SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151W
NWBKGB2151W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Guisborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2151W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 51W |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Guisborough Branch |
| City | Guisborough |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 51W 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 branch is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2151W?
The code NWBKGB2151W belongs to Guisborough Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Guisborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2151W incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2151W against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2151W mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 51W is the code of the branch Guisborough Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2151W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2151W.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.