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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2144M

NWBKGB2144M belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2144M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2144M
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code44M
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchFirth Park, Sheffield Branch
CitySheffield
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
44M 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

What bank is behind BIC NWBKGB2144M?

NWBKGB2144M identifies Firth Park, Sheffield Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need NWBKGB2144M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2144M.

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.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2144M?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2144M is Firth Park, Sheffield Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2144M if the recipient asks for it.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2144M incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2144M 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.