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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118K

NWBKGB2118K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Castle Cary, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2118K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2118K
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code18K
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchCastle Cary Branch
CityCastle Cary
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.
18K 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 NWBKGB2118K?

The code NWBKGB2118K belongs to Castle Cary Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Castle Cary, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2118K?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2118K points to Castle Cary Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2118K.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2118K incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2118K with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2118K mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 18K is the code of the branch Castle Cary Branch.

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