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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2123L

NWBKGB2123L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ystrad Mynach, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2123L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2123L
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code23L
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchYstrad Mynach Branch
CityYstrad Mynach
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.
23L 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/BIC code NWBKGB2123L?

NWBKGB2123L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ystrad Mynach Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ystrad Mynach, 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?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of NWBKGB2123L 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 23L identifies the department Ystrad Mynach Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2123L incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2123L against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need NWBKGB2123L to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2123L.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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