SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2131P
NWBKGB2131P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Leominster, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2131P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 31P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leominster Branch |
| City | Leominster |
| 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.
- 31P 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2131P?
The code NWBKGB2131P belongs to Leominster Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Leominster, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2131P 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 31P identifies the department Leominster Branch.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2131P with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2131P with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.