SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2156Y
NWBKGB2156Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2156Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 56Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Payments Centre Sic |
| City | Manchester |
| 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.
- 56Y 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 code NWBKGB2156Y?
NWBKGB2156Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Payments Centre Sic, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2156Y to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2156Y.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2156Y incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2156Y with the recipient before sending.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of NWBKGB2156Y mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 56Y is the code of the department Payments Centre Sic.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.