SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2121G
NWBKGB2121G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2121G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 21G |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bristol, Queen's Road Branch |
| City | Bristol |
| 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.
- 21G 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 BIC NWBKGB2121G?
The code NWBKGB2121G belongs to Bristol, Queen's Road Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bristol, 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 several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2121G 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 NWBKGB2121G.
What does each part of NWBKGB2121G stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 21G is the code of the department Bristol, Queen's Road Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2121G?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2121G points to Bristol, Queen's Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2121G.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.