SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2120M
NWBKGB2120M belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Henfield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2120M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 20M |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Henfield Branch |
| City | Henfield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 20M 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 BIC NWBKGB2120M?
NWBKGB2120M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Henfield Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Henfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2120M 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. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2120M.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2120M?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2120M points to Henfield Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2120M.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2120M with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2120M with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.