SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2143B
NWBKGB2143B belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hartley Wintney, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2143B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 43B |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hartley Wintney Branch |
| City | Hartley Wintney |
| 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.
- 43B 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 NWBKGB2143B?
NWBKGB2143B identifies Hartley Wintney Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hartley Wintney, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2143B mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 43B is the code of the branch Hartley Wintney 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need NWBKGB2143B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2143B.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2143B incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2143B against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.