SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2119C
NWBKGB2119C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Swanage, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2119C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 19C |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Swanage |
| City | Swanage |
| 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.
- 19C 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2119C?
The code NWBKGB2119C belongs to Swanage, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Swanage, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2119C?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2119C points to Swanage. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2119C.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2119C with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2119C with the recipient before sending.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2119C mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 19C identifies the branch Swanage.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.