SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2158Z
NWBKGB2158Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2158Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 58Z |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Group Services Pmt Inv Nwb (R |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 58Z 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 branch uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2158Z?
The code NWBKGB2158Z belongs to Group Services Pmt Inv Nwb (R, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2158Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 NWBKGB2158Z.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2158Z with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2158Z against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2158Z 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 58Z identifies the department Group Services Pmt Inv Nwb (R.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.