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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2159E

NWBKGB2159E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2159E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2159E
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code59E
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchFlex Mortgage Branch (Moa
CityLeicester
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.
59E 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 NWBKGB2159E?

NWBKGB2159E identifies Flex Mortgage Branch (Moa, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

What does each part of NWBKGB2159E stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 59E is the code of the branch Flex Mortgage Branch (Moa.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2159E?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2159E is Flex Mortgage Branch (Moa. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2159E.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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