SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2139S
NWBKGB2139S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2139S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 39S |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cromer Branch |
| City | Norwich |
| Country | United 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.
- 39S 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 NWBKGB2139S?
NWBKGB2139S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cromer Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2139S to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2139S.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2139S?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2139S is Cromer Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2139S if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2139S mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 39S identifies the branch Cromer Branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2139S with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2139S against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.