SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2126A
NWBKGB2126A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bakewell, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2126A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 26A |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bakewell Branch |
| City | Bakewell |
| 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.
- 26A 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 code NWBKGB2126A?
The code NWBKGB2126A belongs to Bakewell Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bakewell, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific 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 NWBKGB2126A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2126A.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2126A?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2126A is Bakewell Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2126A if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2126A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2126A with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.