SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132P
NWBKGB2132P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2132P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 32P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ayr Branch |
| City | Ayr |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 32P 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 BIC NWBKGB2132P?
NWBKGB2132P identifies Ayr Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2132P stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 32P is the code of the branch Ayr Branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2132P with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2132P against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
Do I need NWBKGB2132P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2132P.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.