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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2138P

NWBKGB2138P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2138P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2138P
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code38P
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchNorthumberland Street Branch
CityNewcastle Upon Tyne
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
38P 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 BIC NWBKGB2138P?

NWBKGB2138P identifies Northumberland Street Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2138P with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2138P with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2138P?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2138P is Northumberland Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2138P if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB2138P 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 38P identifies the department Northumberland Street Branch.

Do I need NWBKGB2138P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2138P.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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