SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2125W
NWBKGB2125W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Mickleover, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2125W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 25W |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Mickleover Branch |
| City | Mickleover |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 25W 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2125W?
NWBKGB2125W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mickleover Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Mickleover, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2125W mean?
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 25W is the code of the branch Mickleover Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2125W for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2125W.
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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2125W?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2125W points to Mickleover Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2125W.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2125W incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2125W against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.