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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2114Z

NWBKGB2114Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Kirkby, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2114Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2114Z
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code14Z
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchKirkby
CityKirkby
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
14Z 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 BIC NWBKGB2114Z?

NWBKGB2114Z identifies Kirkby, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Kirkby, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks 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.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2114Z?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2114Z is Kirkby. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2114Z if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2114Z mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 14Z is the code of the branch Kirkby.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2114Z incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2114Z against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

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