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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2153Z

NWBKGB2153Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2153Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2153Z
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code53Z
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchTavistock Square Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
53Z 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 code NWBKGB2153Z?

NWBKGB2153Z is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tavistock Square Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2153Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2153Z.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of NWBKGB2153Z mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 53Z is the code of the department Tavistock Square Branch.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2153Z with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2153Z 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.