SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2157B
NWBKGB2157B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2157B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 57B |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Gtms-Nwb Travel, Glasgow |
| City | Glasgow |
| 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.
- 57B 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2157B?
The code NWBKGB2157B belongs to Gtms-Nwb Travel, Glasgow, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2157B with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2157B against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NWBKGB2157B stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 57B identifies the branch Gtms-Nwb Travel, Glasgow.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Do I need NWBKGB2157B for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2157B.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.