SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2123B
NWBKGB2123B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Porthcawl, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2123B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 23B |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Porthcawl Branch |
| City | Porthcawl |
| 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.
- 23B 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 BIC NWBKGB2123B?
The code NWBKGB2123B belongs to Porthcawl Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Porthcawl, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2123B mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 23B is the code of the department Porthcawl Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2123B?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2123B is Porthcawl Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2123B if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Do I need NWBKGB2123B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2123B.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.