SWIFT/BIC code BAHLPKKALHR
BAHLPKKALHR belongs to Bank Al Habib Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAHLPKKALHR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAHLPKKA |
| Branch code | LHR |
| Bank | Bank Al Habib Limited |
| Branch | Lahore Branch |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
How 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.
- LHR 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 uses BIC BAHLPKKALHR?
BAHLPKKALHR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lahore Branch, part of Bank Al Habib Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank Al Habib Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Al Habib Limited in Pakistan. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Al Habib Limited.
What happens if I use BAHLPKKALHR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BAHLPKKALHR against the details from Bank Al Habib Limited before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Al Habib Limited in Pakistan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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 intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BAHLPKKA instead of BAHLPKKALHR?
BAHLPKKA points to the head office of Bank Al Habib Limited, while BAHLPKKALHR points to Lahore Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BAHLPKKALHR if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.