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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2148H

NWBKGB2148H belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Benfleet, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2148H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2148H
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code48H
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBenfleet, Great Tarpots Branch
CityBenfleet
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
48H 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 uses BIC NWBKGB2148H?

NWBKGB2148H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Benfleet, Great Tarpots Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Benfleet, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter NWBKGB2148H incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2148H with the recipient before sending.

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

Banks often add 1–3% 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.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need NWBKGB2148H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2148H.

What does each part of NWBKGB2148H stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 48H is the code of the branch Benfleet, Great Tarpots Branch.

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