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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2147L

NWBKGB2147L belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2147L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2147L
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code47L
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchSouthampton, London Road Branch
CitySouthampton
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.
47L 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 NWBKGB2147L?

NWBKGB2147L identifies Southampton, London Road Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of NWBKGB2147L 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 47L identifies the department Southampton, London Road Branch.

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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2147L?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2147L points to Southampton, London Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2147L.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2147L incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2147L against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need NWBKGB2147L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2147L.

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