SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2127L
NWBKGB2127L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2127L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 27L |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Plaistow 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.
- 27L 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2127L?
NWBKGB2127L identifies Plaistow Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2127L?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2127L is Plaistow Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2127L if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2127L stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 27L is the code of the department Plaistow Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2127L incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2127L with the recipient before sending.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.