SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2157P
NWBKGB2157P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2157P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 57P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham Broad Street |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 57P 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2157P?
The code NWBKGB2157P belongs to Birmingham Broad Street, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2157P with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2157P with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2157P?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2157P points to Birmingham Broad Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2157P if the recipient 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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2157P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2157P.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. 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.