SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2141F
NWBKGB2141F belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Bourne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2141F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 41F |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bourne Branch |
| City | Bourne |
| Country | United 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.
- 41F 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 BIC NWBKGB2141F?
NWBKGB2141F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bourne Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Bourne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2141F mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 41F is the code of the department Bourne Branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2141F with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2141F against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need NWBKGB2141F to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2141F.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.