SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2116D
NWBKGB2116D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Petworth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2116D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 16D |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Petworth |
| City | Petworth |
| 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.
- 16D 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2116D?
The code NWBKGB2116D belongs to Petworth, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Petworth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2116D?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2116D points to Petworth. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2116D.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2116D stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 16D is the code of the branch Petworth.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.