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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158U

NWBKGB2158U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2158U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2158U
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code58U
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchRainbow Nwb Head Office
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited 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.
58U 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 code NWBKGB2158U?

NWBKGB2158U identifies Rainbow Nwb Head Office, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2158U stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 58U identifies the department Rainbow Nwb Head Office.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2158U to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2158U.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2158U incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2158U with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.