SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2105A

NWBKGB2105A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Dorking, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2105A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2105A
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code05A
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchDorking Branch
CityDorking
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
05A 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2105A?

NWBKGB2105A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dorking Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Dorking, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB2105A stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 05A identifies the department Dorking Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2105A?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2105A points to Dorking Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2105A if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2105A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2105A.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% 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.