SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21RTN
NWBKGB21RTN belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB21RTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | RTN |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Euro Returned Payments Unit |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- RTN 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 BIC NWBKGB21RTN?
NWBKGB21RTN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Euro Returned Payments Unit, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB21RTN stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and RTN is the code of the branch Euro Returned Payments Unit.
What happens if I use NWBKGB21RTN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB21RTN against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need NWBKGB21RTN to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB21RTN.
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.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.