SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21BWT
NWBKGB21BWT belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Washington, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB21BWT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | BWT |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bwt, Washington |
| City | Washington |
| 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.
- BWT 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 BIC NWBKGB21BWT?
NWBKGB21BWT identifies Bwt, Washington, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Washington, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB21BWT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB21BWT against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of NWBKGB21BWT stand for?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and BWT is the code of the department Bwt, Washington.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more 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.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.