SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146E
NWBKGB2146E belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Stevenage, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2146E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 46E |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stevenage Queensway Branch |
| City | Stevenage |
| 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.
- 46E 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2146E?
NWBKGB2146E identifies Stevenage Queensway Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Stevenage, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have other 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 NWBKGB2146E mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 46E identifies the department Stevenage Queensway Branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2146E?
NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2146E points to Stevenage Queensway Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2146E if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need NWBKGB2146E to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2146E.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.