SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2128B

NWBKGB2128B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2128B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2128B
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code28B
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchFinsbury Square Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
28B 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/BIC code NWBKGB2128B?

The code NWBKGB2128B belongs to Finsbury Square Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, 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.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2128B to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2128B.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2128B?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2128B points to Finsbury Square Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2128B if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2128B incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2128B with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.