SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2122D
NWBKGB2122D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Cockermouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2122D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 22D |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cockermouth Branch |
| City | Cockermouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 22D 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2122D?
NWBKGB2122D identifies Cockermouth Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Cockermouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2122D incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2122D with the recipient before sending.
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.
Do I need NWBKGB2122D to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2122D.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2122D?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2122D is Cockermouth Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2122D if the recipient asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.