SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2127K
NWBKGB2127K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2127K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 27K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leytonstone Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 27K 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 NWBKGB2127K?
NWBKGB2127K identifies Leytonstone Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2127K with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2127K against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2127K stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 27K identifies the branch Leytonstone Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2127K?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2127K points to Leytonstone Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2127K if the recipient asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.