SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2145X

NWBKGB2145X belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2145X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2145X
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code45X
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWoolwich Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
45X 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 BIC NWBKGB2145X?

The code NWBKGB2145X belongs to Woolwich 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.

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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2145X to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2145X.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2145X with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2145X against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

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 is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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