SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158J
NWBKGB2158J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2158J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 58J |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Centralised Remote Atm Unit |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 58J 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/BIC code NWBKGB2158J?
The code NWBKGB2158J belongs to Centralised Remote Atm Unit, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2158J stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 58J is the code of the department Centralised Remote Atm Unit.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2158J?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2158J points to Centralised Remote Atm Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2158J if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2158J with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2158J against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.