SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2119P
NWBKGB2119P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Horwich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2119P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 19P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Horwich Branch |
| City | Horwich |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 19P 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 code NWBKGB2119P?
The code NWBKGB2119P belongs to Horwich Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Horwich, 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2119P?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2119P is Horwich Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2119P if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need NWBKGB2119P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2119P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.