SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21CCU
NWBKGB21CCU belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB21CCU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | CCU |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Clearing Control Unit London |
| City | London |
| 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.
- CCU 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 BIC NWBKGB21CCU?
NWBKGB21CCU identifies Clearing Control Unit London, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB21CCU mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and CCU is the code of the branch Clearing Control Unit London.
What happens if I use NWBKGB21CCU with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB21CCU with the recipient before you confirm.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.