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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146J

NWBKGB2146J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Hitchin, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2146J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2146J
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code46J
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHitchin Branch
CityHitchin
CountryUnited 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.
46J 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 SWIFT code NWBKGB2146J?

NWBKGB2146J identifies Hitchin Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Hitchin, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2146J?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2146J points to Hitchin Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2146J if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2146J incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2146J against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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 NWBKGB2146J mean?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 46J is the code of the department Hitchin Branch.

How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.