SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2154U
NWBKGB2154U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Worcester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2154U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 54U |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Worcester, St John's Branch |
| City | Worcester |
| Country | United 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.
- 54U 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 NWBKGB2154U?
The code NWBKGB2154U belongs to Worcester, St John's Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Worcester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2154U?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2154U is Worcester, St John's Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2154U if the recipient asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2154U to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2154U.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2154U incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2154U 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.