SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2113Q

NWBKGB2113Q belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2113Q

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2113Q
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code13Q
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBedford 81 High Street Branch
CityBedford
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
13Q 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2113Q?

NWBKGB2113Q is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bedford 81 High Street Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2113Q?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2113Q is Bedford 81 High Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2113Q.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of NWBKGB2113Q 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 13Q is the code of the branch Bedford 81 High Street Branch.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.

Do I need NWBKGB2113Q for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2113Q.

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