SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2160G
NWBKGB2160G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2160G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 60G |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cheques Direct Int.nwb |
| City | Newcastle-Under-Lyme |
| 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.
- 60G 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 NWBKGB2160G?
NWBKGB2160G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cheques Direct Int.nwb, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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.
What does each part of NWBKGB2160G stand for?
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 60G is the code of the branch Cheques Direct Int.nwb.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2160G?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2160G is Cheques Direct Int.nwb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2160G.
Do I need NWBKGB2160G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2160G.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.