SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2147P
NWBKGB2147P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2147P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 47P |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Southampton, Portswood Branch |
| City | Southampton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 47P 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 NWBKGB2147P?
The code NWBKGB2147P belongs to Southampton, Portswood Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2147P stand for?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 47P identifies the department Southampton, Portswood Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2147P?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2147P points to Southampton, Portswood Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2147P if the recipient asks for it.
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.
Do I need NWBKGB2147P 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. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2147P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.