SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2126X

NWBKGB2126X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Weymouth, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2126X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2126X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code26X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWeymouth Branch
CityWeymouth
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
26X 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 is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2126X?

The code NWBKGB2126X belongs to Weymouth Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Weymouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2126X?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2126X points to Weymouth Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2126X.

Do I need NWBKGB2126X 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. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2126X.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2126X with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2126X 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.