SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132R
NWBKGB2132R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in West Byfleet, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2132R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 32R |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | West Byfleet Branch |
| City | West Byfleet |
| 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.
- 32R 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 is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2132R?
The code NWBKGB2132R belongs to West Byfleet Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in West Byfleet, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2132R with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2132R against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2132R?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2132R points to West Byfleet Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2132R if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2132R mean?
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 32R is the code of the department West Byfleet Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.