SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2133N
NWBKGB2133N belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Lancaster, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2133N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 33N |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Lancaster Branch |
| City | Lancaster |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 33N 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2133N?
The code NWBKGB2133N belongs to Lancaster Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Lancaster, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2133N to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2133N.
What does each part of NWBKGB2133N stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 33N is the code of the branch Lancaster Branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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 happens if I enter NWBKGB2133N with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2133N 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.