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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2139E

NWBKGB2139E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2139E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2139E
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code39E
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchKingsthorpe, Northampton Branch
CityNorthampton
CountryUnited 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.
39E 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2139E?

NWBKGB2139E identifies Kingsthorpe, Northampton Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2139E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2139E with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of NWBKGB2139E mean?

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 39E is the code of the department Kingsthorpe, Northampton Branch.

What is the cheapest 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 – the difference can be large.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2139E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2139E.

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