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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2133L

NWBKGB2133L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2133L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2133L
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code33L
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLiverpool, Fruit Exchange Branch
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
33L 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 BIC NWBKGB2133L?

NWBKGB2133L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Liverpool, Fruit Exchange Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need NWBKGB2133L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2133L.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2133L?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2133L points to Liverpool, Fruit Exchange Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2133L.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2133L incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2133L against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

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