SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2157Y
NWBKGB2157Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Penge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2157Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 57Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Penge |
| City | Penge |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 57Y 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
What bank uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2157Y?
NWBKGB2157Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Penge, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Penge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2157Y stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 57Y is the code of the branch Penge.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2157Y?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2157Y is Penge. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2157Y if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2157Y incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2157Y against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.