SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2127J
NWBKGB2127J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2127J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 27J |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wanstead Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 27J 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 BIC NWBKGB2127J?
NWBKGB2127J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wanstead Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2127J?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2127J is Wanstead Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2127J.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2127J stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 27J is the code of the department Wanstead Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2127J incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2127J with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need NWBKGB2127J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2127J.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.