SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2128J
NWBKGB2128J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2128J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 28J |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | New Bridge Street 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.
- 28J 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 BIC NWBKGB2128J?
NWBKGB2128J is the SWIFT/BIC code of New Bridge Street Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2128J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2128J.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2128J?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2128J points to New Bridge Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2128J.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2128J mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 28J is the code of the branch New Bridge Street Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.