SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2123N

NWBKGB2123N belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2123N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2123N
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code23N
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchChester Branch
CityChester
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
23N 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2123N?

NWBKGB2123N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chester Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other 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 NWBKGB2123N with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2123N against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2123N?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2123N points to Chester Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2123N.

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.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2123N stand for?

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 23N identifies the branch Chester Branch.

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