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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2138C

NWBKGB2138C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2138C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2138C
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code38C
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchCrouch End and Hornsey 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.
38C 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 NWBKGB2138C?

NWBKGB2138C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Crouch End and Hornsey Branch, a unit 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 other 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.

Do I need NWBKGB2138C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2138C.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2138C?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2138C is Crouch End and Hornsey Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2138C.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2138C with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2138C against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

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