SWIFT/BIC code CCBNNPKAXXX
CCBNNPKAXXX belongs to Century Commercial Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CCBNNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CCBNNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Century Commercial Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
The way the Century Commercial Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CCBN 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code CCBNNPKAXXX?
CCBNNPKAXXX identifies the main office of Century Commercial Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Century Commercial Bank Limited.
What do the letters in CCBNNPKAXXX mean?
CCBN is the bank code of Century Commercial Bank Limited, NP is the ISO code of Nepal, KA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Century Commercial Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CCBNNPKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nepal uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Century Commercial Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Century Commercial Bank Limited in Nepal?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Nepal with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are CCBNNPKA and CCBNNPKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CCBNNPKA is the short version of CCBNNPKAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Century Commercial Bank Limited in Kathmandu.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.