SWIFT/BIC code NWSBGB21XXX
NWSBGB21XXX belongs to Natwest Stockbrokers Limited in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWSBGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWSBGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Natwest Stockbrokers Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Natwest Stockbrokers Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NWSB 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 bank uses SWIFT code NWSBGB21XXX?
NWSBGB21XXX identifies the main office of Natwest Stockbrokers Limited in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Natwest Stockbrokers Limited does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Natwest Stockbrokers Limited take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWSBGB21XXX for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need NWSBGB21XXX.
Are NWSBGB21 and NWSBGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. NWSBGB21 is the short version of NWSBGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Natwest Stockbrokers Limited in Leeds.
What happens if I use NWSBGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWSBGB21XXX against the details from Natwest Stockbrokers Limited before sending.
What does each part of NWSBGB21XXX stand for?
NWSB is the bank code of Natwest Stockbrokers Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.