SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2138U
NWBKGB2138U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2138U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 38U |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Nottingham, Thurland Street Branch |
| City | Nottingham |
| Country | United 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.
- 38U 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 bank is behind BIC NWBKGB2138U?
NWBKGB2138U identifies Nottingham, Thurland Street Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2138U?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2138U points to Nottingham, Thurland Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2138U if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of NWBKGB2138U stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 38U is the code of the department Nottingham, Thurland Street Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2138U with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2138U against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.