SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2130C
NWBKGB2130C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Farnborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2130C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 30C |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Farnborough, Hants Branch |
| City | Farnborough |
| Country | United 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.
- 30C 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 code NWBKGB2130C?
NWBKGB2130C identifies Farnborough, Hants Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Farnborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2130C?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2130C points to Farnborough, Hants Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2130C if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2130C stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 30C is the code of the branch Farnborough, Hants 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need NWBKGB2130C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2130C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.