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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2156K

NWBKGB2156K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2156K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2156K
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code56K
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchGlasgow Branch
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
56K 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2156K?

NWBKGB2156K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Glasgow Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2156K?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2156K is Glasgow Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2156K if the recipient asks for it.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

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

What does each part of NWBKGB2156K stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 56K identifies the branch Glasgow Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2156K incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2156K with the recipient before you confirm.

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