SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2140W
NWBKGB2140W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Oxford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2140W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 40W |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oxford North Branch |
| City | Oxford |
| 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.
- 40W 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 BIC NWBKGB2140W?
The code NWBKGB2140W belongs to Oxford North Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Oxford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2140W with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2140W against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2140W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2140W.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.