SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2122P

NWBKGB2122P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ely, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2122P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2122P
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code22P
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchEly Branch
CityEly
CountryUnited 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.
22P 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 NWBKGB2122P?

NWBKGB2122P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ely Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ely, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need NWBKGB2122P for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2122P.

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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2122P?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2122P is Ely Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2122P if the recipient asks for it.

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