SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2139A

NWBKGB2139A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bulwell, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2139A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2139A
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code39A
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBulwell and Hucknall Branch
CityBulwell
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
39A 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 NWBKGB2139A?

NWBKGB2139A identifies Bulwell and Hucknall Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bulwell, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2139A with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2139A with the recipient before sending.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2139A?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2139A is Bulwell and Hucknall Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2139A.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

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

Do I need NWBKGB2139A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2139A.

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