SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2120T
NWBKGB2120T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Farnborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2120T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 20T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Farnborough, Kent Branch |
| City | Farnborough |
| 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.
- 20T 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 branch is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2120T?
The code NWBKGB2120T belongs to Farnborough, Kent Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Farnborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2120T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2120T.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2120T?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2120T points to Farnborough, Kent Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2120T if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2120T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2120T against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.