SWIFT/BIC code CTZNNPKAXXX
CTZNNPKAXXX belongs to Citizens Bank International Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTZNNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTZNNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citizens Bank International Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
The way the Citizens Bank International Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTZN 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 CTZNNPKAXXX?
CTZNNPKAXXX identifies the head office of Citizens Bank International Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. Use it when a payment to Citizens Bank International Limited does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Citizens Bank International Limited take in Nepal?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Citizens Bank International Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTZNNPKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nepal uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CTZNNPKAXXX mean?
CTZN is the bank code of Citizens Bank International Limited, NP is the ISO code of Nepal, KA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Does Citizens Bank International Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CTZNNPKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Citizens Bank International Limited in Nepal, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use CTZNNPKAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CTZNNPKAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.