SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2106G

NWBKGB2106G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Folkestone, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2106G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2106G
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code06G
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchFolkestone Branch
CityFolkestone
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.
06G 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 code NWBKGB2106G?

NWBKGB2106G identifies Folkestone Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Folkestone, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need NWBKGB2106G to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of 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 NWBKGB2106G.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2106G incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2106G with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2106G stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 06G identifies the branch Folkestone Branch.

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