SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2140T
NWBKGB2140T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Oxford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2140T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 40T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oxford, Cornmarket Street Branch |
| City | Oxford |
| Country | United 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.
- 40T 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2140T?
The code NWBKGB2140T belongs to Oxford, Cornmarket Street Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Oxford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2140T to send euros 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 still need NWBKGB2140T.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2140T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2140T against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.