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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2131Z

NWBKGB2131Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hull, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2131Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2131Z
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code31Z
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHull, University Branch
CityHull
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
31Z 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 NWBKGB2131Z?

NWBKGB2131Z is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hull, University Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hull, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2131Z incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2131Z against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2131Z?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2131Z is Hull, University Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2131Z if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB2131Z stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 31Z identifies the department Hull, University Branch.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. 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.