SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2142X
NWBKGB2142X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2142X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 42X |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Reading Network |
| City | Reading |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 42X 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 code NWBKGB2142X?
The code NWBKGB2142X belongs to Reading Network, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2142X?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2142X is Reading Network. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2142X.
Do I need NWBKGB2142X for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2142X.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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 do the letters in NWBKGB2142X stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 42X identifies the branch Reading Network.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.