SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146G

NWBKGB2146G belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ware, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2146G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2146G
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code46G
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWare Branch
CityWare
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
46G 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146G?

The code NWBKGB2146G belongs to Ware Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ware, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of NWBKGB2146G mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 46G is the code of the branch Ware Branch.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need NWBKGB2146G for a euro transfer 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 NWBKGB2146G.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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