SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158L
NWBKGB2158L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2158L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 58L |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bolton Account Management |
| City | Bolton |
| 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.
- 58L 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2158L?
NWBKGB2158L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bolton Account Management, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2158L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2158L.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2158L mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 58L identifies the branch Bolton Account Management.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2158L?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2158L points to Bolton Account Management. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2158L if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.