SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2114M
NWBKGB2114M belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Biggleswade, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2114M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 14M |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Biggleswade |
| City | Biggleswade |
| 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.
- 14M 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 NWBKGB2114M?
The code NWBKGB2114M belongs to Biggleswade, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Biggleswade, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2114M with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2114M against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need NWBKGB2114M to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2114M.
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 1–3 business days.
What does each part of NWBKGB2114M stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 14M is the code of the department Biggleswade.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.