SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2144D
NWBKGB2144D belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2144D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 44D |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sheffield, University Branch |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 44D 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 NWBKGB2144D?
The code NWBKGB2144D belongs to Sheffield, University Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2144D?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2144D points to Sheffield, University Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2144D.
What does each part of NWBKGB2144D mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 44D is the code of the branch Sheffield, University Branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2144D 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 still need NWBKGB2144D.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.