SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2136V
NWBKGB2136V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bearsted, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2136V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 36V |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bearsted Branch |
| City | Bearsted |
| Country | United 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.
- 36V 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2136V?
The code NWBKGB2136V belongs to Bearsted Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bearsted, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2136V mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 36V is the code of the department Bearsted Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2136V to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2136V.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2136V?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2136V points to Bearsted Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2136V.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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.