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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2155K

NWBKGB2155K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Driffield, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2155K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2155K
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code55K
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchDriffield Branch
CityDriffield
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.
55K 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2155K?

The code NWBKGB2155K belongs to Driffield Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Driffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2155K?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2155K points to Driffield Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2155K.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2155K with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2155K against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2155K to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2155K.

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