SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2155M
NWBKGB2155M belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Thirsk, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2155M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 55M |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Thirsk Branch |
| City | Thirsk |
| Country | United 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.
- 55M 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 NWBKGB2155M?
NWBKGB2155M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Thirsk Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Thirsk, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2155M to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2155M.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2155M?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2155M points to Thirsk Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2155M.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2155M incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2155M with the recipient before sending.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.