SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2109H
NWBKGB2109H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2109H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 09H |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cranfield University Branch |
| City | Bedford |
| 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.
- 09H 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 BIC NWBKGB2109H?
NWBKGB2109H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cranfield University Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need NWBKGB2109H to send euros 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 NWBKGB2109H.
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.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2109H?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2109H is Cranfield University Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2109H.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.