SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2139Z

NWBKGB2139Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2139Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2139Z
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code39Z
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchCamden Town Branch
CityLondon
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.
39Z 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2139Z?

The code NWBKGB2139Z belongs to Camden Town Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2139Z mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 39Z identifies the branch Camden Town Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2139Z with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2139Z against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers 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.