SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2156B
NWBKGB2156B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2156B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 56B |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | London Corporate Banking Office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 56B 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2156B?
The code NWBKGB2156B belongs to London Corporate Banking Office, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2156B stand for?
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 56B identifies the department London Corporate Banking Office.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2156B?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2156B is London Corporate Banking Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2156B.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2156B incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2156B with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.