SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2123A
NWBKGB2123A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Pencoed, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2123A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 23A |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Pencoed Branch |
| City | Pencoed |
| Country | United 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.
- 23A 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 BIC NWBKGB2123A?
NWBKGB2123A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Pencoed Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Pencoed, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2123A?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2123A points to Pencoed Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2123A.
What does each part of NWBKGB2123A mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 23A is the code of the branch Pencoed 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2123A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2123A against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.