SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2120K
NWBKGB2120K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hove, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2120K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 20K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Portslade and West Hove Branch |
| City | Hove |
| 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.
- 20K 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 bank uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2120K?
NWBKGB2120K identifies Portslade and West Hove Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hove, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2120K?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2120K is Portslade and West Hove Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2120K.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2120K mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 20K identifies the department Portslade and West Hove Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2120K to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2120K.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.