SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2137Q

NWBKGB2137Q belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2137Q

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2137Q
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code37Q
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchPalmers Green Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
37Q 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2137Q?

The code NWBKGB2137Q belongs to Palmers Green Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2137Q?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2137Q points to Palmers Green Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2137Q.

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 does each part of NWBKGB2137Q stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 37Q is the code of the branch Palmers Green Branch.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need NWBKGB2137Q for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2137Q.

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