SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151X
NWBKGB2151X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Yarm, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2151X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 51X |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Yarm Branch |
| City | Yarm |
| 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.
- 51X 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2151X?
The code NWBKGB2151X belongs to Yarm Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Yarm, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2151X stand for?
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 51X is the code of the department Yarm Branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2151X for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2151X.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2151X?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2151X is Yarm Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2151X 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.