SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2123T

NWBKGB2123T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Epping, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2123T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2123T
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code23T
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchEpping Branch
CityEpping
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
23T 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2123T?

The code NWBKGB2123T belongs to Epping Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Epping, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2123T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2123T.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2123T?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2123T is Epping Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2123T if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2123T incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2123T 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.