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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2149S

NWBKGB2149S belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Oswestry, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2149S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2149S
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code49S
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchOswestry Branch
CityOswestry
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.
49S 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 BIC NWBKGB2149S?

NWBKGB2149S identifies Oswestry Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Oswestry, 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 in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of NWBKGB2149S stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 49S identifies the department Oswestry Branch.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2149S?

NWBKGB21 points to the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2149S points to Oswestry Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2149S.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2149S incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2149S against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

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