SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2LCTY
NWBKGB2LCTY belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2LCTY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB2L |
| Branch code | CTY |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | City International Banking Centre |
| City | London |
| 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).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CTY 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 is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2LCTY?
The code NWBKGB2LCTY belongs to City International Banking Centre, a branch or department 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 cheapest 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2LCTY incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NWBKGB2LCTY against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of NWBKGB2LCTY mean?
NWBK is the institution code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and CTY is the code of the department City International Banking Centre.
Can I use NWBKGB2L instead of NWBKGB2LCTY?
NWBKGB2L is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2LCTY points to City International Banking Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NWBKGB2LCTY.
Do I need NWBKGB2LCTY for a euro transfer 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 do need NWBKGB2LCTY.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.