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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2141C

NWBKGB2141C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Chipping Norton, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2141C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2141C
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code41C
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchChipping Norton Branch
CityChipping Norton
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.
41C 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2141C?

NWBKGB2141C identifies Chipping Norton Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Chipping Norton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2141C with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2141C against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2141C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2141C.

What does each part of NWBKGB2141C stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 41C is the code of the branch Chipping Norton Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2141C?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2141C points to Chipping Norton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2141C.

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