SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2153S

NWBKGB2153S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2153S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2153S
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code53S
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchMaida Vale, Elgin Avenue Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
53S 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 BIC NWBKGB2153S?

NWBKGB2153S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Maida Vale, Elgin Avenue 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 happens if I enter NWBKGB2153S with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2153S with the recipient before you confirm.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need NWBKGB2153S for a euro transfer 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 still need NWBKGB2153S.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

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