SWIFT/BIC code GLBBNPKAXXX
GLBBNPKAXXX belongs to Global Ime Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GLBBNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GLBBNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Global Ime Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
How the Global Ime Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GLBB 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 BIC GLBBNPKAXXX?
GLBBNPKAXXX identifies the headquarters of Global Ime Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the code to use when a payment to Global Ime Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Global Ime Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in GLBBNPKAXXX stand for?
GLBB is the bank code of Global Ime Bank Limited, NP stands for Nepal, KA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Global Ime Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GLBBNPKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nepal is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter GLBBNPKAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GLBBNPKAXXX against the details from Global Ime Bank Limited before sending.
Are GLBBNPKA and GLBBNPKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. GLBBNPKA is the short version of GLBBNPKAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Global Ime Bank Limited in Kathmandu.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.