SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2154E
NWBKGB2154E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2154E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 54E |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Charing Cross, London 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.
- 54E 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 NWBKGB2154E?
The code NWBKGB2154E belongs to Charing Cross, London Branch, a unit 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 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.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2154E incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2154E against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2154E stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 54E identifies the department Charing Cross, London Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2154E?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2154E points to Charing Cross, London Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2154E.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.