SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2136X
NWBKGB2136X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in West Malling, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2136X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 36X |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | West Malling Branch |
| City | West Malling |
| 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.
- 36X 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 code NWBKGB2136X?
NWBKGB2136X identifies West Malling Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in West Malling, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2136X stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 36X identifies the branch West Malling Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2136X with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2136X with the recipient before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2136X?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2136X is West Malling Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2136X.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.