SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2104F
NWBKGB2104F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2104F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 04F |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham City Office |
| City | Birmingham |
| 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.
- 04F 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 NWBKGB2104F?
NWBKGB2104F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birmingham City Office, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2104F with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2104F with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2104F to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2104F.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2104F?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2104F is Birmingham City Office. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2104F.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.