SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2142E

NWBKGB2142E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2142E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2142E
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code42E
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchPlymouth Business Centre
CityPlymouth
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
42E 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2142E?

NWBKGB2142E identifies Plymouth Business Centre, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often 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.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2142E mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 42E is the code of the department Plymouth Business Centre.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2142E?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2142E points to Plymouth Business Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2142E.

Do I need NWBKGB2142E to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2142E.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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