SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2152Y
NWBKGB2152Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2152Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 52Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tottenham Court Road Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 52Y 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2152Y?
The code NWBKGB2152Y belongs to Tottenham Court Road Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2152Y?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2152Y points to Tottenham Court Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2152Y if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2152Y to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2152Y.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2152Y incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2152Y against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.