SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2142A
NWBKGB2142A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ivybridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2142A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 42A |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ivybridge Branch |
| City | Ivybridge |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 42A 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2142A?
NWBKGB2142A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ivybridge Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ivybridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2142A?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2142A points to Ivybridge Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2142A if the recipient asks for it.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need NWBKGB2142A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2142A.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2142A with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2142A with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.