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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2160D

NWBKGB2160D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2160D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2160D
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code60D
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBolton Csc 3
CityBolton
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
60D 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2160D?

The code NWBKGB2160D belongs to Bolton Csc 3, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB2160D 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 60D is the code of the branch Bolton Csc 3.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2160D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2160D.

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.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2160D?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2160D points to Bolton Csc 3. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2160D if the recipient asks for it.

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