SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2142H
NWBKGB2142H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Gosport, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2142H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 42H |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Gosport Branch |
| City | Gosport |
| 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.
- 42H 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 BIC NWBKGB2142H?
NWBKGB2142H identifies Gosport Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Gosport, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2142H with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2142H against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2142H?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2142H is Gosport Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2142H.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2142H 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 42H identifies the department Gosport Branch.
What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.