SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2154J

NWBKGB2154J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Watford, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB2154J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB2154J
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch code54J
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchBushey Branch
CityWatford
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.
54J 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

Which branch is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2154J?

The code NWBKGB2154J belongs to Bushey Branch, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in Watford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2154J?

NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2154J points to Bushey Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2154J.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

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

What do the letters in NWBKGB2154J stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 54J identifies the department Bushey Branch.

How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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