SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2140E

NWBKGB2140E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2140E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2140E
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code40E
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHampstead Village Branch
CityLondon
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.
40E 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 BIC NWBKGB2140E?

NWBKGB2140E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hampstead Village Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2140E?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2140E points to Hampstead Village Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2140E if the recipient asks for it.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need NWBKGB2140E 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 still need NWBKGB2140E.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

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