SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2137X
NWBKGB2137X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2137X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 37X |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Whetstone Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 37X 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2137X?
NWBKGB2137X is the SWIFT/BIC code of Whetstone Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific 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.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2137X to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2137X.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2137X with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2137X with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.