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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2104X

NWBKGB2104X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Banbury, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2104X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2104X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code04X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBanbury Branch
CityBanbury
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
04X 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2104X?

NWBKGB2104X identifies Banbury Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Banbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2104X?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2104X is Banbury Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2104X.

Do I need NWBKGB2104X for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2104X.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2104X with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2104X with the recipient before sending.

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.

What does each part of NWBKGB2104X mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 04X is the code of the branch Banbury Branch.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.