SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2138K
NWBKGB2138K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hexham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2138K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 38K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hexham Branch |
| City | Hexham |
| Country | United 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.
- 38K 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2138K?
NWBKGB2138K identifies Hexham Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hexham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2138K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2138K.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2138K with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2138K against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2138K mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 38K identifies the department Hexham Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.