SWIFT/BIC code BAHLPKKAKHI
BAHLPKKAKHI belongs to Bank Al Habib Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAHLPKKAKHI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAHLPKKA |
| Branch code | KHI |
| Bank | Bank Al Habib Limited |
| Branch | Karachi Main Branch |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Bank Al Habib Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAHL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KHI 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 SWIFT code BAHLPKKAKHI?
The code BAHLPKKAKHI belongs to Karachi Main Branch, part of Bank Al Habib Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank Al Habib Limited take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Al Habib Limited in Pakistan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Al Habib Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BAHLPKKAKHI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank Al Habib Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Al Habib Limited in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BAHLPKKA instead of BAHLPKKAKHI?
BAHLPKKA points to the head office of Bank Al Habib Limited, while BAHLPKKAKHI points to Karachi Main Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BAHLPKKAKHI.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.