SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132N
NWBKGB2132N belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Thetford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2132N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 32N |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Thetford Branch |
| City | Thetford |
| 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.
- 32N 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 NWBKGB2132N?
The code NWBKGB2132N belongs to Thetford Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Thetford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2132N with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2132N against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2132N?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2132N points to Thetford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2132N if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of NWBKGB2132N 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 32N is the code of the branch Thetford Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.