SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132B
NWBKGB2132B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2132B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 32B |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Halifax Branch |
| City | Halifax |
| Country | United 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.
- 32B 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 branch uses BIC NWBKGB2132B?
NWBKGB2132B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Halifax Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2132B?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2132B is Halifax Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2132B if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2132B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2132B.
What does each part of NWBKGB2132B stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 32B identifies the branch Halifax 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.