SWIFT/BIC code BOKLNPKAXXX
BOKLNPKAXXX belongs to Bank of Kathmandu Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOKLNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOKLNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Kathmandu Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
How the Bank of Kathmandu Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOKL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOKLNPKAXXX?
BOKLNPKAXXX identifies the headquarters of Bank of Kathmandu Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. Use it when a payment to Bank of Kathmandu Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Kathmandu Limited in Nepal?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Nepal with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is BOKLNPKA and BOKLNPKAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BOKLNPKA is the short version of BOKLNPKAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank of Kathmandu Limited in Kathmandu.
What happens if I use BOKLNPKAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOKLNPKAXXX against the details from Bank of Kathmandu Limited before you confirm.
Does Bank of Kathmandu Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BOKLNPKAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Kathmandu Limited in Nepal, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in BOKLNPKAXXX mean?
BOKL is the bank code of Bank of Kathmandu Limited, NP is the ISO code of Nepal, KA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.