SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2145T
NWBKGB2145T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2145T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 45T |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tower Bridge Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 45T 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 NWBKGB2145T?
NWBKGB2145T identifies Tower Bridge Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2145T mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 45T is the code of the department Tower Bridge Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2145T?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2145T is Tower Bridge Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2145T.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2145T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2145T against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2145T to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2145T.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.