SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2130U
NWBKGB2130U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Harrow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2130U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 30U |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Eastcote, Middlesex Branch |
| City | Harrow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 30U 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2130U?
NWBKGB2130U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Eastcote, Middlesex Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Harrow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2130U incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2130U with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2130U?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2130U is Eastcote, Middlesex Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2130U if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2130U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2130U.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.