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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2122Y

NWBKGB2122Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2122Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2122Y
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code22Y
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchCyncoed, Cardiff Branch
CityCardiff
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
22Y 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 NWBKGB2122Y?

NWBKGB2122Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cyncoed, Cardiff Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2122Y?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2122Y is Cyncoed, Cardiff Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2122Y.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2122Y 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 22Y is the code of the department Cyncoed, Cardiff Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2122Y with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2122Y with the recipient before you confirm.

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.

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