SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21BMR

NWBKGB21BMR belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB21BMR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB21BMR
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch codeBMR
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBmr, Manchester
CityManchester
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
BMR 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21BMR?

The code NWBKGB21BMR belongs to Bmr, Manchester, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in NWBKGB21BMR stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and BMR is the code of the department Bmr, Manchester.

What happens if I use NWBKGB21BMR with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB21BMR with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB21BMR?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB21BMR is Bmr, Manchester. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB21BMR.

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