SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146R
NWBKGB2146R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in New Mills, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2146R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 46R |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | New Mills Branch |
| City | New Mills |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 46R 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 uses SWIFT code NWBKGB2146R?
The code NWBKGB2146R belongs to New Mills Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in New Mills, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2146R incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2146R against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NWBKGB2146R stand for?
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 46R is the code of the branch New Mills Branch.
Do I need NWBKGB2146R to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2146R.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.