SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2140S
NWBKGB2140S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Chadderton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2140S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 40S |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chadderton Branch |
| City | Chadderton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 40S 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2140S?
The code NWBKGB2140S belongs to Chadderton Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Chadderton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2140S with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2140S against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of NWBKGB2140S mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 40S identifies the department Chadderton Branch.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2140S to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2140S.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.