SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2139V
NWBKGB2139V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Gorleston-On-Sea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2139V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 39V |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Gorleston-On-Sea Branch |
| City | Gorleston-On-Sea |
| Country | United 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.
- 39V 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 is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2139V?
NWBKGB2139V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gorleston-On-Sea Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Gorleston-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2139V 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. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2139V.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2139V with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2139V against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2139V?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2139V points to Gorleston-On-Sea Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2139V 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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.