SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2145K
NWBKGB2145K belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Lampeter, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2145K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 45K |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Lampeter Branch |
| City | Lampeter |
| 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.
- 45K 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 branch is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2145K?
The code NWBKGB2145K belongs to Lampeter Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Lampeter, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2145K to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2145K.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NWBKGB2145K 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 45K identifies the branch Lampeter Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2145K?
NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2145K is Lampeter Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2145K 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.