SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2124A
NWBKGB2124A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Sudbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2124A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 24A |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sudbury Branch |
| City | Sudbury |
| 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.
- 24A 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 NWBKGB2124A?
The code NWBKGB2124A belongs to Sudbury Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Sudbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2124A stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 24A is the code of the branch Sudbury Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2124A incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2124A with the recipient before sending.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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.
Do I need NWBKGB2124A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2124A.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments 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.