SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2129V

NWBKGB2129V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Lydney, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2129V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2129V
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code29V
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLydney Branch
CityLydney
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.
29V 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 NWBKGB2129V?

NWBKGB2129V identifies Lydney Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Lydney, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of NWBKGB2129V stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 29V is the code of the department Lydney Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2129V?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2129V is Lydney Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2129V if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2129V with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2129V with the recipient before sending.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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. 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.