SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2124V
NWBKGB2124V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2124V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 24V |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Coventry City Branch |
| City | Coventry |
| Country | United 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.
- 24V 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 branch is behind BIC NWBKGB2124V?
NWBKGB2124V identifies Coventry City Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2124V mean?
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 24V identifies the branch Coventry City Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2124V?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2124V is Coventry City Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2124V if the recipient asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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 NWBKGB2124V to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2124V.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.