SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21SWP

NWBKGB21SWP belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

NWBKGB21SWP

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWBKGB21SWP
8-character codeNWBKGB21
Branch codeSWP
BankNational Westminster Bank PLC
BranchInterest Rate Derivatives Ops
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.
SWP 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB21SWP?

The code NWBKGB21SWP belongs to Interest Rate Derivatives Ops, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of NWBKGB21SWP stand for?

NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and SWP is the code of the department Interest Rate Derivatives Ops.

What happens if I use NWBKGB21SWP incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB21SWP against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.

Has National Westminster Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Westminster Bank PLC.

Do I need NWBKGB21SWP to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB21SWP.

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