SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2133Q
NWBKGB2133Q belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Grange-Over-Sands, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2133Q |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 33Q |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Grange-Over-Sands Branch |
| City | Grange-Over-Sands |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 33Q 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 NWBKGB2133Q?
NWBKGB2133Q is the SWIFT/BIC code of Grange-Over-Sands Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Grange-Over-Sands, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2133Q mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 33Q identifies the department Grange-Over-Sands Branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other 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 NWBKGB2133Q?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2133Q points to Grange-Over-Sands Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2133Q if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2133Q for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2133Q.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.