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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2141Y

NWBKGB2141Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Callington, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2141Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2141Y
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code41Y
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchCallington Branch
CityCallington
CountryUnited 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.
41Y 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 BIC NWBKGB2141Y?

NWBKGB2141Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Callington Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Callington, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent 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.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2141Y with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2141Y against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2141Y 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 41Y identifies the department Callington Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2141Y?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2141Y is Callington Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2141Y.

Do I need NWBKGB2141Y to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2141Y.

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