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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2147R

NWBKGB2147R belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Woolston, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2147R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2147R
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code47R
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchWoolston, Southampton Branch
CityWoolston
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
47R 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 BIC NWBKGB2147R?

NWBKGB2147R identifies Woolston, Southampton Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Woolston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC?

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 – the difference can be large.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2147R?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2147R points to Woolston, Southampton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2147R.

Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of NWBKGB2147R mean?

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 47R identifies the branch Woolston, Southampton Branch.

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 1–3 business days.

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