SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158S
NWBKGB2158S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2158S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 58S |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Nw e Savings Account |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- 58S 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 bank uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2158S?
NWBKGB2158S identifies Nw e Savings Account, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2158S mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 58S is the code of the branch Nw e Savings Account.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2158S?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2158S is Nw e Savings Account. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2158S.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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 happens if I use NWBKGB2158S incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2158S against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
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 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.