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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2154N

NWBKGB2154N belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Pontefract, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2154N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2154N
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code54N
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchPontefract Branch
CityPontefract
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.
54N 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 bank is behind BIC NWBKGB2154N?

NWBKGB2154N identifies Pontefract Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Pontefract, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2154N to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2154N.

What does each part of NWBKGB2154N 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 54N is the code of the department Pontefract Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2154N?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2154N is Pontefract Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2154N if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2154N incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2154N against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

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