SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2112U
NWBKGB2112U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2112U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 12U |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Basingstoke Old Market Square Branch |
| City | Basingstoke |
| 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.
- 12U 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2112U?
The code NWBKGB2112U belongs to Basingstoke Old Market Square Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2112U with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2112U with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2112U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2112U.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2112U?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2112U points to Basingstoke Old Market Square Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2112U.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.