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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2131W

NWBKGB2131W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Beverley, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2131W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2131W
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code31W
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBeverley Branch
CityBeverley
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
31W 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 NWBKGB2131W?

NWBKGB2131W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Beverley Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Beverley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2131W?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2131W is Beverley Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2131W if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2131W with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2131W against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need NWBKGB2131W to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2131W.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.