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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2148P

NWBKGB2148P belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Alsager, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2148P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2148P
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code48P
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchAlsager Branch
CityAlsager
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.
48P 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 is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2148P?

NWBKGB2148P identifies Alsager Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Alsager, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2148P?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2148P is Alsager Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2148P.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2148P with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2148P against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

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

Yes, we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of NWBKGB2148P stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 48P is the code of the department Alsager Branch.

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