SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA125
HABBPKKA125 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA125 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 125 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Cantonment Branch |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Habib Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 125 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 is behind BIC HABBPKKA125?
HABBPKKA125 identifies Cantonment Branch, a unit of Habib Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HABBPKKA125 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HABBPKKA125 against the details from Habib Bank Limited before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Habib Bank Limited.
Can I use HABBPKKA instead of HABBPKKA125?
HABBPKKA is the main office of Habib Bank Limited, while HABBPKKA125 is Cantonment Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HABBPKKA125.
How long does it take to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.