SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2154Y
NWBKGB2154Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Aldridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2154Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 54Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Aldridge Branch |
| City | Aldridge |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 54Y 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 NWBKGB2154Y?
The code NWBKGB2154Y belongs to Aldridge Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Aldridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more 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.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2154Y with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2154Y against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2154Y?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2154Y points to Aldridge Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2154Y if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2154Y mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 54Y identifies the department Aldridge Branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent 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.