SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2149T

NWBKGB2149T belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Ellesmere, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2149T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2149T
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code49T
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchEllesmere Branch
CityEllesmere
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
49T 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 code NWBKGB2149T?

NWBKGB2149T identifies Ellesmere Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Ellesmere, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2149T?

NWBKGB21 is the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2149T is Ellesmere Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2149T.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other 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.

What happens if I use NWBKGB2149T with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2149T with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in NWBKGB2149T stand for?

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 49T is the code of the branch Ellesmere Branch.

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