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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21HCC

NWBKGB21HCC belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Haydock, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB21HCC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB21HCC
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch codeHCC
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHcc, Haydock Cross
CityHaydock
CountryUnited 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.
HCC 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21HCC?

The code NWBKGB21HCC belongs to Hcc, Haydock Cross, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Haydock, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB21HCC mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and HCC identifies the branch Hcc, Haydock Cross.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB21HCC?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB21HCC is Hcc, Haydock Cross. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB21HCC.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB21HCC to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB21HCC.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB21HCC with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB21HCC 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.