SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2141K
NWBKGB2141K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Wisbech, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2141K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 41K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wisbech Branch |
| City | Wisbech |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 41K 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 NWBKGB2141K?
NWBKGB2141K identifies Wisbech Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Wisbech, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2141K stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 41K is the code of the branch Wisbech Branch.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2141K for a euro transfer 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 NWBKGB2141K.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.