SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21CCB
NWBKGB21CCB belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB21CCB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | CCB |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ccb, Birmingham |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United 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.
- CCB 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 code NWBKGB21CCB?
The code NWBKGB21CCB belongs to Ccb, Birmingham, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB21CCB?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB21CCB is Ccb, Birmingham. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB21CCB.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB21CCB 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 still need NWBKGB21CCB.
What does each part of NWBKGB21CCB stand for?
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 CCB is the code of the department Ccb, Birmingham.
What happens if I use NWBKGB21CCB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB21CCB with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.