SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2156R
NWBKGB2156R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2156R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 56R |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Brunswick Gate Branch |
| City | Southampton |
| Country | United 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.
- 56R 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 BIC NWBKGB2156R?
NWBKGB2156R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Brunswick Gate Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2156R?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2156R is Brunswick Gate Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2156R if the recipient asks for it.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2156R with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2156R with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need NWBKGB2156R to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2156R.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.