SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2108W
NWBKGB2108W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Darlington, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2108W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 08W |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Darlington Branch |
| City | Darlington |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 08W 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 NWBKGB2108W?
The code NWBKGB2108W belongs to Darlington Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Darlington, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2108W 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 08W is the code of the branch Darlington Branch.
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, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2108W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2108W.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.