SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132G
NWBKGB2132G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Barkingside, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2132G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 32G |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barkingside Branch |
| City | Barkingside |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 32G 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/BIC code NWBKGB2132G?
The code NWBKGB2132G belongs to Barkingside Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Barkingside, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2132G?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2132G points to Barkingside Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2132G if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2132G stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 32G is the code of the branch Barkingside 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.
Do I need NWBKGB2132G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2132G.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.