SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2120P
NWBKGB2120P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Newhaven, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2120P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 20P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Newhaven Branch |
| City | Newhaven |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 20P 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 NWBKGB2120P?
The code NWBKGB2120P belongs to Newhaven Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Newhaven, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best 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 specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NWBKGB2120P mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 20P is the code of the department Newhaven Branch.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more 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.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2120P incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2120P against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need NWBKGB2120P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2120P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.