SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2132X

NWBKGB2132X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2132X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2132X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code32X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLitherland, Liverpool Branch
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited 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.
32X 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/BIC code NWBKGB2132X?

The code NWBKGB2132X belongs to Litherland, Liverpool Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2132X?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2132X is Litherland, Liverpool Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2132X if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

What does each part of NWBKGB2132X mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 32X is the code of the branch Litherland, Liverpool Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2132X incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2132X with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.