SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2113T
NWBKGB2113T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Newbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2113T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 13T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Newbury Markey Place Branch |
| City | Newbury |
| 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.
- 13T 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2113T?
NWBKGB2113T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Newbury Markey Place Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Newbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2113T?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2113T points to Newbury Markey Place Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2113T if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2113T mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 13T identifies the department Newbury Markey Place Branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need NWBKGB2113T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2113T.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.