SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2129D

NWBKGB2129D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ilfracombe, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2129D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2129D
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code29D
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchIlfracombe Branch
CityIlfracombe
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.
29D 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2129D?

The code NWBKGB2129D belongs to Ilfracombe Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ilfracombe, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need NWBKGB2129D 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 NWBKGB2129D.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2129D mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 29D is the code of the branch Ilfracombe Branch.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.