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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2114G

NWBKGB2114G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Carmarthen, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2114G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2114G
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code14G
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchCarmarthen
CityCarmarthen
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.
14G 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2114G?

NWBKGB2114G identifies Carmarthen, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Carmarthen, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need NWBKGB2114G 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 do need NWBKGB2114G.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2114G?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2114G points to Carmarthen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2114G if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2114G incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2114G against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

What does each part of NWBKGB2114G stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 14G is the code of the branch Carmarthen.

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