SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132K
NWBKGB2132K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Woodbridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2132K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 32K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Woodbridge Branch |
| City | Woodbridge |
| 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.
- 32K 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 NWBKGB2132K?
NWBKGB2132K identifies Woodbridge Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Woodbridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2132K with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2132K with the recipient before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2132K?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2132K is Woodbridge Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2132K if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2132K stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 32K is the code of the department Woodbridge Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2132K to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2132K.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.