SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2160E
NWBKGB2160E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2160E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 60E |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bolton Customer Service Centre |
| City | Bolton |
| Country | United 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.
- 60E 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 BIC NWBKGB2160E?
The code NWBKGB2160E belongs to Bolton Customer Service Centre, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
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.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2160E incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2160E against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of NWBKGB2160E stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 60E identifies the department Bolton Customer Service Centre.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2160E?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2160E points to Bolton Customer Service Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2160E 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.