SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2123X

NWBKGB2123X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Braintree, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2123X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2123X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code23X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBraintree Branch
CityBraintree
CountryUnited 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.
23X 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 code NWBKGB2123X?

The code NWBKGB2123X belongs to Braintree Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Braintree, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2123X stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 23X is the code of the department Braintree Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2123X?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2123X points to Braintree Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2123X.

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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2123X with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2123X with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

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

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