SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132L
NWBKGB2132L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Stowmarket, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2132L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 32L |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stowmarket Branch |
| City | Stowmarket |
| 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.
- 32L 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2132L?
NWBKGB2132L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stowmarket Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Stowmarket, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2132L mean?
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 32L identifies the department Stowmarket Branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2132L with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2132L against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2132L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2132L.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.