SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135B
NWBKGB2135B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Horncastle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2135B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 35B |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Horncastle Branch |
| City | Horncastle |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 35B 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 branch uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2135B?
NWBKGB2135B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Horncastle Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Horncastle, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2135B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2135B.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2135B mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 35B identifies the department Horncastle Branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2135B with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2135B with the recipient before you confirm.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.