SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2140D
NWBKGB2140D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2140D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 40D |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cricklewood Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 40D 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2140D?
NWBKGB2140D identifies Cricklewood Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2140D mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 40D is the code of the branch Cricklewood Branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2140D to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2140D.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2140D?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2140D points to Cricklewood Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2140D.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.