SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2155Z

NWBKGB2155Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2155Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2155Z
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code55Z
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchNorth West Corporate Banking Office
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
55Z 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 code NWBKGB2155Z?

The code NWBKGB2155Z belongs to North West Corporate Banking Office, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2155Z incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2155Z with the recipient before you confirm.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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.

What does each part of NWBKGB2155Z mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 55Z identifies the department North West Corporate Banking Office.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2155Z?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2155Z is North West Corporate Banking Office. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2155Z.

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