SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158B
NWBKGB2158B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2158B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 58B |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Whitechapel |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 58B 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2158B?
The code NWBKGB2158B belongs to Whitechapel, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NWBKGB2158B mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 58B identifies the branch Whitechapel.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2158B?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2158B points to Whitechapel. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2158B if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2158B incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2158B with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.