SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2140H

NWBKGB2140H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2140H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2140H
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code40H
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHendon, Central Circus Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
40H 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 NWBKGB2140H?

NWBKGB2140H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hendon, Central Circus Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

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

Do I need NWBKGB2140H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2140H.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2140H with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2140H against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of NWBKGB2140H mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 40H identifies the branch Hendon, Central Circus Branch.

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