SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2109W

NWBKGB2109W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bideford, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2109W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2109W
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code09W
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBideford Branch
CityBideford
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.
09W 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2109W?

NWBKGB2109W identifies Bideford Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bideford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2109W incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2109W with the recipient before you confirm.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2109W?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2109W is Bideford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2109W.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2109W 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 09W identifies the branch Bideford Branch.

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