SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2157L
NWBKGB2157L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Telford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2157L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 57L |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Idrd Telford |
| City | Telford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 57L 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 NWBKGB2157L?
NWBKGB2157L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Idrd Telford, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Telford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2157L?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2157L is Idrd Telford. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2157L.
Do I need NWBKGB2157L to send euros 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 do need NWBKGB2157L.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2157L incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2157L against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.