SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2125H
NWBKGB2125H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Kenilworth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2125H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 25H |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kenilworth Branch |
| City | Kenilworth |
| 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.
- 25H 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 NWBKGB2125H?
NWBKGB2125H identifies Kenilworth Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Kenilworth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2125H?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2125H points to Kenilworth Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2125H.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2125H with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2125H with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2125H stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 25H identifies the department Kenilworth Branch.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need NWBKGB2125H to send euros 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. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2125H.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.