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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2146T

NWBKGB2146T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Cheadle Hulme, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2146T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2146T
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code46T
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchHeald Green
CityCheadle Hulme
CountryUnited 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.
46T 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 is behind BIC NWBKGB2146T?

NWBKGB2146T identifies Heald Green, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Cheadle Hulme, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of NWBKGB2146T mean?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 46T is the code of the department Heald Green.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2146T with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2146T with the recipient before sending.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2146T?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2146T is Heald Green. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2146T if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need NWBKGB2146T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2146T.

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