SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2128K
NWBKGB2128K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hoddesdon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2128K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 28K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hoddesdon Branch |
| City | Hoddesdon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 28K 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 bank uses BIC NWBKGB2128K?
NWBKGB2128K identifies Hoddesdon Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hoddesdon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2128K?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2128K is Hoddesdon Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2128K.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2128K mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 28K is the code of the department Hoddesdon Branch.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Do I need NWBKGB2128K to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2128K.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.