SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2140K
NWBKGB2140K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2140K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 40K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kentish Town Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 40K 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 bank is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2140K?
NWBKGB2140K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kentish 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 happens if I enter NWBKGB2140K with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2140K against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
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.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2140K 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 40K identifies the branch Kentish Town Branch.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.
Do I need NWBKGB2140K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2140K.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.