SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2144Y
NWBKGB2144Y belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Port Talbot, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2144Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 44Y |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Port Talbot Branch |
| City | Port Talbot |
| Country | United 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.
- 44Y 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
Which bank uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2144Y?
NWBKGB2144Y identifies Port Talbot Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Port Talbot, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2144Y for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2144Y.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2144Y with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2144Y with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.