SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2104D
NWBKGB2104D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2104D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 04D |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Swindon Commercial Road |
| City | Swindon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 04D 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2104D?
The code NWBKGB2104D belongs to Swindon Commercial Road, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2104D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2104D.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2104D?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2104D points to Swindon Commercial Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2104D.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2104D with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2104D with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.