SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2131G
NWBKGB2131G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Tring, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2131G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 31G |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tring Branch |
| City | Tring |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 31G 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 BIC NWBKGB2131G?
NWBKGB2131G identifies Tring Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Tring, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2131G to send euros 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. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2131G.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2131G?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2131G is Tring Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2131G.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2131G with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2131G against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of NWBKGB2131G stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 31G identifies the department Tring Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.