SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2120R
NWBKGB2120R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Beckenham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2120R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 20R |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Beckenham Branch |
| City | Beckenham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 20R 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 NWBKGB2120R?
The code NWBKGB2120R belongs to Beckenham Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Beckenham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2120R?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2120R is Beckenham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2120R if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need NWBKGB2120R to send euros 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. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2120R.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one 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.