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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2106A

NWBKGB2106A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Gravesend, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2106A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2106A
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code06A
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchGravesend Branch
CityGravesend
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
06A 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2106A?

The code NWBKGB2106A belongs to Gravesend Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Gravesend, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2106A with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2106A against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2106A?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2106A points to Gravesend Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2106A.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2106A stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 06A is the code of the department Gravesend Branch.

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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need NWBKGB2106A to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2106A.

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