SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118G
NWBKGB2118G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Warminster, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2118G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 18G |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Warminster Branch |
| City | Warminster |
| Country | United 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.
- 18G 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118G?
The code NWBKGB2118G belongs to Warminster Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Warminster, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need NWBKGB2118G to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2118G.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2118G?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2118G is Warminster Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2118G if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2118G 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 18G is the code of the branch Warminster Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.