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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2144V

NWBKGB2144V belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2144V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2144V
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code44V
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWoodseats, Sheffield Branch
CitySheffield
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
44V 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 NWBKGB2144V?

NWBKGB2144V identifies Woodseats, Sheffield Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of NWBKGB2144V mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 44V is the code of the department Woodseats, Sheffield Branch.

Do I need NWBKGB2144V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2144V.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC 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.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2144V with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2144V against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2144V?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2144V is Woodseats, Sheffield Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2144V if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.