SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2128P
NWBKGB2128P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Potters Bar, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2128P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 28P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Potters Bar Branch |
| City | Potters Bar |
| 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.
- 28P 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2128P?
The code NWBKGB2128P belongs to Potters Bar Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Potters Bar, 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 in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2128P?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2128P is Potters Bar Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2128P.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2128P with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2128P with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of NWBKGB2128P mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 28P identifies the branch Potters Bar Branch.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.