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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2144U

NWBKGB2144U belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hoyland, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2144U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2144U
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code44U
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHoyland Branch
CityHoyland
CountryUnited 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.
44U 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2144U?

The code NWBKGB2144U belongs to Hoyland Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hoyland, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2144U stand for?

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 44U is the code of the branch Hoyland Branch.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2144U incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2144U against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2144U?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2144U points to Hoyland Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2144U.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.