SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2112D
NWBKGB2112D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Chelmsford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2112D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 12D |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chelmsford High Street Branch |
| City | Chelmsford |
| 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.
- 12D 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2112D?
NWBKGB2112D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chelmsford High Street Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Chelmsford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
What does each part of NWBKGB2112D 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 12D identifies the branch Chelmsford High Street Branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2112D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2112D.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.