SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2130J

NWBKGB2130J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Woking, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2130J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2130J
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code30J
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWoking Branch
CityWoking
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
30J 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 BIC NWBKGB2130J?

The code NWBKGB2130J belongs to Woking Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Woking, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2130J incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2130J with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2130J?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2130J is Woking Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2130J.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2130J 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 30J is the code of the department Woking Branch.

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