SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2125Y

NWBKGB2125Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Derby, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2125Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2125Y
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code25Y
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchRose Hill, Derby Branch
CityDerby
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
25Y 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 code NWBKGB2125Y?

The code NWBKGB2125Y belongs to Rose Hill, Derby Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Derby, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2125Y mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 25Y is the code of the department Rose Hill, Derby Branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2125Y with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2125Y with the recipient before sending.

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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need NWBKGB2125Y to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2125Y.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.