SWIFT/BIC code CIVLNPKAXXX
CIVLNPKAXXX belongs to Civil Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIVLNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIVLNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Civil Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
How the Civil Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIVL 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 uses SWIFT code CIVLNPKAXXX?
CIVLNPKAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Civil Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the code to use when a payment to Civil Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are CIVLNPKA and CIVLNPKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CIVLNPKA is the short version of CIVLNPKAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Civil Bank Limited in Kathmandu.
What happens if I enter CIVLNPKAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIVLNPKAXXX against the details from Civil Bank Limited before sending.
Does Civil Bank Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CIVLNPKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Civil Bank Limited in Nepal, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Civil Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Civil Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nepal with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.