SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2138D

NWBKGB2138D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Blyth, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2138D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2138D
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code38D
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBlyth Branch
CityBlyth
CountryUnited 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.
38D 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 NWBKGB2138D?

The code NWBKGB2138D belongs to Blyth Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Blyth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of NWBKGB2138D stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 38D is the code of the branch Blyth Branch.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2138D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2138D.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

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