SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2109L
NWBKGB2109L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Southall, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2109L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 09L |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Southall Branch |
| City | Southall |
| Country | United 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.
- 09L 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 NWBKGB2109L?
NWBKGB2109L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Southall Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Southall, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2109L 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 09L identifies the department Southall Branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2109L incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2109L with the recipient before sending.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2109L?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2109L points to Southall Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2109L if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.