SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2143U
NWBKGB2143U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Oxted, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2143U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 43U |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oxted Branch |
| City | Oxted |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 43U 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2143U?
The code NWBKGB2143U belongs to Oxted Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Oxted, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2143U mean?
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 43U identifies the branch Oxted Branch.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2143U?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2143U points to Oxted Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2143U.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2143U with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2143U with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.