SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2LXXX
NWBKGB2LXXX belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| 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).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind BIC NWBKGB2LXXX?
NWBKGB2LXXX identifies the headquarters of National Westminster Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at National Westminster Bank PLC.
What does each part of NWBKGB2LXXX mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
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.
What happens if I use NWBKGB2LXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NWBKGB2LXXX against the details from National Westminster Bank PLC before you confirm.
Is NWBKGB2L and NWBKGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. NWBKGB2L is the short version of NWBKGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach National Westminster Bank PLC in London.
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 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.