SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2133W
NWBKGB2133W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Kirkby Lonsdale, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2133W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 33W |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kirkby Lonsdale Branch |
| City | Kirkby Lonsdale |
| 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.
- 33W 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/BIC code NWBKGB2133W?
The code NWBKGB2133W belongs to Kirkby Lonsdale Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Kirkby Lonsdale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2133W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2133W.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of NWBKGB2133W stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 33W is the code of the department Kirkby Lonsdale Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2133W with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2133W with the recipient before you confirm.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.