SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21ECO
NWBKGB21ECO belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB21ECO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | ECO |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Eco, Manchester |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- ECO 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21ECO?
NWBKGB21ECO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Eco, Manchester, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of NWBKGB21ECO mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and ECO identifies the branch Eco, Manchester.
Do I need NWBKGB21ECO to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 NWBKGB21ECO.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.