SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2160F
NWBKGB2160F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2160F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 60F |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | North of England Csc |
| 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.
- 60F 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 code NWBKGB2160F?
NWBKGB2160F identifies North of England Csc, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2160F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 NWBKGB2160F.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2160F mean?
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 60F identifies the branch North of England Csc.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.