SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2136W

NWBKGB2136W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Maidstone, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2136W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2136W
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code36W
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchMaidstone, Sutton Road Branch
CityMaidstone
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
36W 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 BIC NWBKGB2136W?

NWBKGB2136W identifies Maidstone, Sutton Road Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Maidstone, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2136W with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2136W with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of NWBKGB2136W stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 36W identifies the department Maidstone, Sutton Road Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2136W?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2136W points to Maidstone, Sutton Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2136W.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

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