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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2156L

NWBKGB2156L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2156L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2156L
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code56L
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHolbeck Branch, Leeds
CityLeeds
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.
56L 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 BIC NWBKGB2156L?

NWBKGB2156L identifies Holbeck Branch, Leeds, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB2156L mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 56L identifies the branch Holbeck Branch, Leeds.

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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2156L to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2156L.

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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2156L incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2156L against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

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