SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2144Z

NWBKGB2144Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Llanelli, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2144Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2144Z
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code44Z
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLlanelli Branch
CityLlanelli
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
44Z 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/BIC code NWBKGB2144Z?

NWBKGB2144Z identifies Llanelli Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Llanelli, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2144Z mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 44Z is the code of the branch Llanelli Branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2144Z with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2144Z against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need NWBKGB2144Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2144Z.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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