SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2119J

NWBKGB2119J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Winton, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2119J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2119J
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code19J
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWinton, Bournemouth Branch
CityWinton
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
19J 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2119J?

NWBKGB2119J identifies Winton, Bournemouth Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Winton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2119J?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2119J points to Winton, Bournemouth Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2119J if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2119J incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2119J with the recipient before sending.

What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2119J mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 19J is the code of the department Winton, Bournemouth Branch.

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