SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2134J

NWBKGB2134J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Llanrwst, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2134J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2134J
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code34J
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLlanrwst Branch
CityLlanrwst
CountryUnited 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.
34J 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 code NWBKGB2134J?

The code NWBKGB2134J belongs to Llanrwst Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Llanrwst, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2134J with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2134J against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2134J?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2134J is Llanrwst Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2134J.

What does each part of NWBKGB2134J stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 34J identifies the branch Llanrwst 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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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