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SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21LLL

NWBKGB21LLL belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB21LLL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB21LLL
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch codeLLL
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchLondon
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
LLL 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 bank uses BIC NWBKGB21LLL?

NWBKGB21LLL is the SWIFT/BIC code of London, a branch or department of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of NWBKGB21LLL stand for?

NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and LLL identifies the branch London.

Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB21LLL?

NWBKGB21 points to the main office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB21LLL is London. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NWBKGB21LLL if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use NWBKGB21LLL incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB21LLL with the recipient before you confirm.

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

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

Do I need NWBKGB21LLL for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB21LLL.

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