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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2143A

NWBKGB2143A belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Thatcham, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2143A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2143A
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code43A
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchThatcham Branch
CityThatcham
CountryUnited 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.
43A 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2143A?

NWBKGB2143A identifies Thatcham Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Thatcham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB2143A mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 43A identifies the branch Thatcham Branch.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2143A incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2143A against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2143A?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2143A points to Thatcham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2143A if the recipient asks for it.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.

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