SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2126L
NWBKGB2126L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2126L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 26L |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bishop Auckland Branch |
| City | Bishop Auckland |
| 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.
- 26L 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2126L?
NWBKGB2126L identifies Bishop Auckland Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2126L for a euro transfer 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 do need NWBKGB2126L.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2126L?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2126L points to Bishop Auckland Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2126L if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2126L with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2126L 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.