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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2137H

NWBKGB2137H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2137H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2137H
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code37H
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchAmpthill Branch
CityMilton Keynes
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
37H 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2137H?

NWBKGB2137H identifies Ampthill Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2137H?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2137H points to Ampthill Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2137H if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB2137H stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 37H is the code of the department Ampthill Branch.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

Do I need NWBKGB2137H to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2137H.

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