SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA038
HABBPKKA038 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA038 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 038 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Tariq Road Branch |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How 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.
- 038 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 HABBPKKA038?
The code HABBPKKA038 belongs to Tariq Road Branch, a unit of Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HABBPKKA instead of HABBPKKA038?
HABBPKKA is the head office of Habib Bank Limited, while HABBPKKA038 is Tariq Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HABBPKKA038.
Has Habib Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 64 SWIFT/BIC codes for Habib Bank Limited in Pakistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Habib Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA038, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Habib Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.