SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2127T
NWBKGB2127T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2127T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 27T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | East Ham Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 27T 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2127T?
The code NWBKGB2127T belongs to East Ham Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, 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 usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2127T to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2127T.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2127T with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2127T against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2127T?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2127T points to East Ham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2127T.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2127T mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 27T identifies the department East Ham Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.