SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2159G
NWBKGB2159G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2159G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 59G |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Nwb Flex Mortgage Branch (Rf |
| City | Birmingham |
| 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.
- 59G 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 NWBKGB2159G?
NWBKGB2159G identifies Nwb Flex Mortgage Branch (Rf, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2159G to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2159G.
What does each part of NWBKGB2159G mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 59G identifies the branch Nwb Flex Mortgage Branch (Rf.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.