SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132E
NWBKGB2132E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Barking, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2132E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 32E |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barking Branch |
| City | Barking |
| 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.
- 32E 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 is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2132E?
NWBKGB2132E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barking Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Barking, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2132E to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2132E.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2132E stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 32E is the code of the department Barking Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2132E?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2132E is Barking Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2132E.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.