SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2129N

NWBKGB2129N belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Blackpool, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2129N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2129N
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code29N
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBlackpool, South Branch
CityBlackpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
29N 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 NWBKGB2129N?

NWBKGB2129N identifies Blackpool, South Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Blackpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need NWBKGB2129N for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2129N.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2129N with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2129N against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2129N mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 29N identifies the branch Blackpool, South Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2129N?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2129N is Blackpool, South Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2129N if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.