SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2130X
NWBKGB2130X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Northwood, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2130X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 30X |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Northwood Branch |
| City | Northwood |
| Country | United 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.
- 30X 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 NWBKGB2130X?
NWBKGB2130X identifies Northwood Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Northwood, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need NWBKGB2130X to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2130X.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2130X?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2130X is Northwood Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2130X if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2130X 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 30X is the code of the department Northwood Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.