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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2131E

NWBKGB2131E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in High Wycombe, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2131E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2131E
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code31E
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHigh Wycombe Branch
CityHigh Wycombe
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.
31E 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

What bank uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2131E?

NWBKGB2131E identifies High Wycombe Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2131E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2131E with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2131E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2131E.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2131E?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2131E points to High Wycombe Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2131E.

What does each part of NWBKGB2131E stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 31E is the code of the department High Wycombe Branch.

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