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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2121H

NWBKGB2121H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2121H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2121H
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code21H
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchKingswood, Bristol Branch
CityBristol
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
21H 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 NWBKGB2121H?

NWBKGB2121H identifies Kingswood, Bristol Branch, part 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 do the letters in NWBKGB2121H mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 21H identifies the department Kingswood, Bristol Branch.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2121H incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2121H against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.

Do I need NWBKGB2121H to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2121H.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.