SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2128T
NWBKGB2128T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ottery St. Mary, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2128T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 28T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ottery St Mary Branch |
| City | Ottery St. Mary |
| 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.
- 28T 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2128T?
NWBKGB2128T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ottery St Mary Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ottery St. Mary, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2128T mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 28T identifies the branch Ottery St Mary Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2128T?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2128T points to Ottery St Mary Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2128T.
Do I need NWBKGB2128T to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2128T.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.