SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2129T

NWBKGB2129T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Gloucester, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2129T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2129T
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code29T
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchGloucester Branch
CityGloucester
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
29T 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2129T?

NWBKGB2129T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gloucester Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Gloucester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

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

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2129T with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2129T against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2129T mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 29T identifies the branch Gloucester Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2129T?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2129T is Gloucester Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2129T if the recipient asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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