SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2104R
NWBKGB2104R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Sunderland, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2104R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 04R |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sunderland Branch |
| City | Sunderland |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 04R 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2104R?
The code NWBKGB2104R belongs to Sunderland Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Sunderland, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2104R to send euros 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. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2104R.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2104R?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2104R points to Sunderland Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2104R if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.