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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146N

NWBKGB2146N belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Glossop, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2146N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2146N
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code46N
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchGlossop Branch
CityGlossop
CountryUnited 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.
46N 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146N?

The code NWBKGB2146N belongs to Glossop Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Glossop, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2146N incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2146N against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

What does each part of NWBKGB2146N stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 46N identifies the branch Glossop Branch.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2146N to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2146N.

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