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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2134R

NWBKGB2134R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Pwllheli, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2134R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2134R
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code34R
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchPwllheli Branch, Inc. Abersoch
CityPwllheli
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
34R 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2134R?

NWBKGB2134R identifies Pwllheli Branch, Inc. Abersoch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Pwllheli, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need NWBKGB2134R to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2134R.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2134R?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2134R points to Pwllheli Branch, Inc. Abersoch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2134R.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2134R 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 34R identifies the department Pwllheli Branch, Inc. Abersoch.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2134R incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2134R 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.