SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21NMS
NWBKGB21NMS belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB21NMS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | NMS |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Nw Mortgage Sevices Birmingham |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- NMS 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21NMS?
NWBKGB21NMS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nw Mortgage Sevices Birmingham, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB21NMS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB21NMS with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need NWBKGB21NMS to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB21NMS.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.