SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2104W
NWBKGB2104W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Cosham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2104W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 04W |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cosham Branch |
| City | Cosham |
| 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.
- 04W 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 BIC NWBKGB2104W?
The code NWBKGB2104W belongs to Cosham Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Cosham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2104W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2104W.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2104W?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2104W is Cosham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2104W.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often 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.