SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2112Y
NWBKGB2112Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Chichester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2112Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 12Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chichester Branch |
| City | Chichester |
| Country | United 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.
- 12Y 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 NWBKGB2112Y?
NWBKGB2112Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chichester Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Chichester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2112Y?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2112Y points to Chichester Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2112Y.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2112Y to send euros 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. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2112Y.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2112Y mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 12Y identifies the branch Chichester Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.