SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2153Y
NWBKGB2153Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Frodsham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2153Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 53Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Frodsham Branch |
| City | Frodsham |
| 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.
- 53Y 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 BIC NWBKGB2153Y?
NWBKGB2153Y identifies Frodsham Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Frodsham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2153Y 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 53Y identifies the department Frodsham Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2153Y?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2153Y is Frodsham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2153Y.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2153Y with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2153Y against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need NWBKGB2153Y for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2153Y.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.