SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2143Q
NWBKGB2143Q belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in East Grinstead, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2143Q |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 43Q |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | East Grinstead Branch |
| City | East Grinstead |
| 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.
- 43Q 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/BIC code NWBKGB2143Q?
The code NWBKGB2143Q belongs to East Grinstead Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in East Grinstead, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2143Q to send euros 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. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2143Q.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What does each part of NWBKGB2143Q mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 43Q is the code of the department East Grinstead Branch.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.