SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2156S
NWBKGB2156S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2156S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 56S |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | North West Corp. Centre, Bolton |
| City | Bolton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 56S 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2156S?
NWBKGB2156S is the SWIFT/BIC code of North West Corp. Centre, Bolton, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2156S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2156S.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2156S stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 56S identifies the department North West Corp. Centre, Bolton.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2156S?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2156S is North West Corp. Centre, Bolton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2156S.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.