SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2149W
NWBKGB2149W belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Machynlleth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2149W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 49W |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Machynlleth Branch |
| City | Machynlleth |
| Country | United 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.
- 49W 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 BIC NWBKGB2149W?
The code NWBKGB2149W belongs to Machynlleth Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Machynlleth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2149W?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2149W is Machynlleth Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NWBKGB2149W if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need NWBKGB2149W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2149W.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.