SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA004
HABBPKKA004 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA004 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 004 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Cloth Market Branch |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Habib Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HABB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 004 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 BIC HABBPKKA004?
The code HABBPKKA004 belongs to Cloth Market Branch, part of Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Habib Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 64 SWIFT/BIC codes for Habib Bank Limited in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Habib Bank Limited in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Bank Limited in Pakistan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at Habib Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA004, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use HABBPKKA instead of HABBPKKA004?
HABBPKKA points to the head office of Habib Bank Limited, while HABBPKKA004 is Cloth Market Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HABBPKKA004.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.