SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2108Q

NWBKGB2108Q belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bridgend, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2108Q

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2108Q
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code08Q
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBridgend Branch
CityBridgend
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.
08Q 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 BIC NWBKGB2108Q?

The code NWBKGB2108Q belongs to Bridgend Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bridgend, 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.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2108Q 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 08Q is the code of the branch Bridgend Branch.

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 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2108Q for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2108Q.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2108Q with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2108Q against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

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