SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158V
NWBKGB2158V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2158V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 58V |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Rainbow Nwb Ho Contra |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 58V 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 NWBKGB2158V?
NWBKGB2158V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rainbow Nwb Ho Contra, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2158V stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 58V is the code of the department Rainbow Nwb Ho Contra.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2158V with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2158V with the recipient before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2158V?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2158V is Rainbow Nwb Ho Contra. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2158V if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need NWBKGB2158V to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2158V.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.