SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2141Z
NWBKGB2141Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Tavistock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2141Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 41Z |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tavistock Branch |
| City | Tavistock |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 41Z 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2141Z?
The code NWBKGB2141Z belongs to Tavistock Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Tavistock, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2141Z mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 41Z identifies the department Tavistock Branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2141Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2141Z.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2141Z with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2141Z with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2141Z?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2141Z is Tavistock Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2141Z.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.