SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA033
HABBPKKA033 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA033 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 033 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Saddar 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.
- 033 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA033?
HABBPKKA033 identifies Saddar Branch, a unit of Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Habib Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA033, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use HABBPKKA033 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HABBPKKA033 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Habib Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
Does Habib Bank Limited have more 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.