SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2153B

NWBKGB2153B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2153B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2153B
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code53B
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchPiccadilly Circus 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.
53B 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/BIC code NWBKGB2153B?

NWBKGB2153B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Piccadilly Circus Branch, a unit 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 NWBKGB2153B?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2153B points to Piccadilly Circus Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2153B.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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 happens if I use NWBKGB2153B with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2153B with the recipient before you confirm.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of NWBKGB2153B mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 53B is the code of the department Piccadilly Circus Branch.

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