SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2124T
NWBKGB2124T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Margate, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2124T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 24T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Margate Branch |
| City | Margate |
| Country | United 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.
- 24T 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 NWBKGB2124T?
NWBKGB2124T identifies Margate Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Margate, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2124T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2124T.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2124T?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2124T points to Margate Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2124T if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2124T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2124T against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2124T mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 24T identifies the branch Margate Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.