SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146H
NWBKGB2146H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hertford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2146H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 46H |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hertford Branch |
| City | Hertford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 46H 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 SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146H?
NWBKGB2146H identifies Hertford Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hertford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2146H stand for?
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 46H is the code of the department Hertford Branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2146H with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2146H with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2146H?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2146H points to Hertford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2146H if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.