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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2155X

NWBKGB2155X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2155X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2155X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code55X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchCentrally Managed Accounts Unit
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited 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.
55X 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2155X?

NWBKGB2155X is the SWIFT/BIC code of Centrally Managed Accounts Unit, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2155X?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2155X points to Centrally Managed Accounts Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2155X.

What does each part of NWBKGB2155X mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 55X identifies the department Centrally Managed Accounts Unit.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.