SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158P
NWBKGB2158P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2158P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 58P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Natwest Mortgage Services |
| City | Birmingham |
| 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.
- 58P 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158P?
The code NWBKGB2158P belongs to Natwest Mortgage Services, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2158P mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 58P identifies the branch Natwest Mortgage Services.
Do I need NWBKGB2158P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2158P.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2158P?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2158P points to Natwest Mortgage Services. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2158P 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.