SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2140G
NWBKGB2140G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2140G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 40G |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Swiss Cottage Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 40G 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2140G?
NWBKGB2140G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Swiss Cottage Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2140G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2140G.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of NWBKGB2140G stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 40G identifies the department Swiss Cottage Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2140G?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2140G points to Swiss Cottage Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NWBKGB2140G if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.