SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2131T
NWBKGB2131T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hull, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2131T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 31T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hull City Centre Branch |
| City | Hull |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 31T 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2131T?
NWBKGB2131T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hull City Centre Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hull, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2131T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2131T.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2131T?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2131T is Hull City Centre Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2131T if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.