SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2120F
NWBKGB2120F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Eastbourne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2120F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 20F |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hampden Park, Eastbourne Branch |
| City | Eastbourne |
| Country | United 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.
- 20F 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 NWBKGB2120F?
NWBKGB2120F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hampden Park, Eastbourne Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Eastbourne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2120F incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2120F against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2120F 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 20F is the code of the department Hampden Park, Eastbourne Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2120F?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2120F is Hampden Park, Eastbourne Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2120F if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.