SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2105F

NWBKGB2105F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Wembley, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2105F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2105F
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code05F
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWembley Park Branch
CityWembley
CountryUnited 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.
05F 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2105F?

The code NWBKGB2105F belongs to Wembley Park Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Wembley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2105F?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2105F is Wembley Park Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2105F.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 does each part of NWBKGB2105F mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 05F is the code of the department Wembley Park Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2105F with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2105F against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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