SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2149J
NWBKGB2149J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2149J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 49J |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Clapham Common Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 49J 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/BIC code NWBKGB2149J?
NWBKGB2149J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Clapham Common Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NWBKGB2149J mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 49J identifies the department Clapham Common Branch.
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 NWBKGB2149J?
NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2149J is Clapham Common Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB2149J if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2149J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NWBKGB2149J.
How long does it take to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.