SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2145E
NWBKGB2145E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2145E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 45E |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Mumbles, Swansea Branch |
| City | Swansea |
| 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.
- 45E 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 NWBKGB2145E?
NWBKGB2145E identifies Mumbles, Swansea Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2145E incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2145E against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of NWBKGB2145E mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 45E is the code of the branch Mumbles, Swansea Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2145E?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2145E points to Mumbles, Swansea Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2145E.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.