SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2153N
NWBKGB2153N belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2153N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 53N |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hanger Lane (Ealing) Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 53N 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 NWBKGB2153N?
The code NWBKGB2153N belongs to Hanger Lane (Ealing) Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What does each part of NWBKGB2153N stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 53N identifies the department Hanger Lane (Ealing) Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2153N for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2153N.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2153N with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2153N against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.