SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158Y
NWBKGB2158Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2158Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 58Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Trustee and Depositary Services |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 58Y 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2158Y?
NWBKGB2158Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Trustee and Depositary Services, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2158Y with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2158Y with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of NWBKGB2158Y stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 58Y identifies the branch Trustee and Depositary Services.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.