SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2142Z
NWBKGB2142Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hungerford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2142Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 42Z |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hungerford Branch |
| City | Hungerford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 42Z 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2142Z?
The code NWBKGB2142Z belongs to Hungerford Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hungerford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2142Z stand for?
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 42Z is the code of the department Hungerford Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2142Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2142Z.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2142Z?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2142Z is Hungerford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2142Z if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.