SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135L

NWBKGB2135L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Luton, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2135L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2135L
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code35L
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLuton South Branch
CityLuton
CountryUnited 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.
35L 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2135L?

The code NWBKGB2135L belongs to Luton South Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Luton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2135L?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2135L points to Luton South Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2135L.

What does each part of NWBKGB2135L mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 35L identifies the department Luton South Branch.

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.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2135L with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2135L with the recipient before sending.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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