SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2155D
NWBKGB2155D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in York, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2155D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 55D |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Heslington, York University Branch |
| City | York |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 55D 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2155D?
The code NWBKGB2155D belongs to Heslington, York University Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in York, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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 do the letters in NWBKGB2155D stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 55D is the code of the department Heslington, York University Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2155D?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2155D points to Heslington, York University Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2155D if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need NWBKGB2155D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2155D.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.