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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2119Z

NWBKGB2119Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Lancing, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2119Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2119Z
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code19Z
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLancing Branch
CityLancing
CountryUnited 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.
19Z 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 code NWBKGB2119Z?

NWBKGB2119Z is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lancing Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Lancing, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2119Z?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2119Z points to Lancing Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2119Z.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2119Z with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2119Z with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2119Z mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 19Z is the code of the department Lancing Branch.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2119Z to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2119Z.

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