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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2122Z

NWBKGB2122Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Maesteg, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2122Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2122Z
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code22Z
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchMaesteg Branch
CityMaesteg
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.
22Z 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2122Z?

NWBKGB2122Z is the SWIFT/BIC code of Maesteg Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Maesteg, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need NWBKGB2122Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2122Z.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of NWBKGB2122Z mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 22Z identifies the department Maesteg Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2122Z?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2122Z is Maesteg Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2122Z if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2122Z with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2122Z against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

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