SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2121P
NWBKGB2121P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2121P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 21P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bristol, Blackboy Hill Branch |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 21P 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 bank uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2121P?
NWBKGB2121P identifies Bristol, Blackboy Hill Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest 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.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2121P with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2121P with the recipient before sending.
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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2121P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 NWBKGB2121P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.