SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2155R
NWBKGB2155R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2155R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 55R |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Natwest Direct Business Banking, Wimbledon |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 55R 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 NWBKGB2155R?
NWBKGB2155R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Natwest Direct Business Banking, Wimbledon, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2155R?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2155R points to Natwest Direct Business Banking, Wimbledon. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2155R.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2155R with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2155R with the recipient before sending.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2155R mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 55R is the code of the branch Natwest Direct Business Banking, Wimbledon.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.