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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2144X

NWBKGB2144X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Neath, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2144X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2144X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code44X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchNeath Branch
CityNeath
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.
44X 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2144X?

NWBKGB2144X identifies Neath Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Neath, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2144X 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 44X is the code of the department Neath Branch.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2144X?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2144X is Neath Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2144X if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2144X incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2144X with the recipient before sending.

Do I need NWBKGB2144X for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2144X.

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