SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2138T

NWBKGB2138T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bingham, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2138T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2138T
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code38T
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBingham Branch
CityBingham
CountryUnited 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.
38T 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2138T?

NWBKGB2138T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bingham Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2138T incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2138T with the recipient before sending.

Do I need NWBKGB2138T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2138T.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2138T?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2138T points to Bingham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2138T if the recipient asks for it.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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