SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2143P
NWBKGB2143P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Haywards Heath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2143P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 43P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Haywards Heath Branch |
| City | Haywards Heath |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 43P 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 BIC NWBKGB2143P?
The code NWBKGB2143P belongs to Haywards Heath Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Haywards Heath, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got 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.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2143P?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2143P points to Haywards Heath Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2143P if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NWBKGB2143P 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 43P identifies the department Haywards Heath Branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.