SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2131S
NWBKGB2131S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ross-On-Wye, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2131S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 31S |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ross-On-Wye Branch |
| City | Ross-On-Wye |
| 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.
- 31S 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2131S?
NWBKGB2131S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ross-On-Wye Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ross-On-Wye, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need NWBKGB2131S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2131S.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of NWBKGB2131S mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 31S identifies the department Ross-On-Wye Branch.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.