SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2157S
NWBKGB2157S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2157S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 57S |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Basingstoke Cc Third Party Processing |
| City | Basingstoke |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 57S 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2157S?
NWBKGB2157S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Basingstoke Cc Third Party Processing, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2157S?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2157S is Basingstoke Cc Third Party Processing. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2157S if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2157S with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2157S against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
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 – the difference can be large.
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.
Do I need NWBKGB2157S to send euros 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 NWBKGB2157S.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.