SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2159F
NWBKGB2159F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2159F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 59F |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Nwb Rainbow Central Sort Code (Moa |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 59F 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/BIC code NWBKGB2159F?
NWBKGB2159F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nwb Rainbow Central Sort Code (Moa, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2159F 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 59F identifies the branch Nwb Rainbow Central Sort Code (Moa.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2159F?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2159F is Nwb Rainbow Central Sort Code (Moa. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2159F.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2159F incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2159F 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.