SWIFT/BIC code NWSAGB21XXX
NWSAGB21XXX belongs to Natwest Securities Hong Kong Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWSAGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWSAGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Natwest Securities Hong Kong Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Natwest Securities Hong Kong Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NWSA 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.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWSAGB21XXX?
The code NWSAGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Natwest Securities Hong Kong Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Natwest Securities Hong Kong Limited does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of NWSAGB21XXX stand for?
NWSA is the institution code of Natwest Securities Hong Kong Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use NWSAGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWSAGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is NWSAGB21 and NWSAGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. NWSAGB21 is the 8-character version of NWSAGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Natwest Securities Hong Kong Limited in London.
Do I need NWSAGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 NWSAGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Natwest Securities Hong Kong Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.