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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2152X

NWBKGB2152X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2152X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2152X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code52X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchSt James's and Piccadilly Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
52X 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 NWBKGB2152X?

NWBKGB2152X is the SWIFT/BIC code of St James's and Piccadilly Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2152X incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2152X with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2152X 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 52X identifies the department St James's and Piccadilly Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2152X?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2152X is St James's and Piccadilly Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2152X if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need NWBKGB2152X to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2152X.

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