SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2144Q
NWBKGB2144Q belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Mexborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2144Q |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 44Q |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Mexborough Branch |
| City | Mexborough |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 44Q 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2144Q?
NWBKGB2144Q is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mexborough Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Mexborough, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2144Q?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2144Q points to Mexborough Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2144Q if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2144Q to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2144Q.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2144Q with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2144Q against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.