SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA170
HABBPKKA170 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Wah Cantt, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA170 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 170 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Wah Cantt Branch |
| City | Wah Cantt |
| 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.
- 170 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 HABBPKKA170?
HABBPKKA170 identifies Wah Cantt Branch, part of Habib Bank Limited in Wah Cantt, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Habib Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA170, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HABBPKKA170 stand for?
HABB is the institution code of Habib Bank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and 170 identifies the branch Wah Cantt Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use HABBPKKA instead of HABBPKKA170?
HABBPKKA is the head office of Habib Bank Limited, while HABBPKKA170 is Wah Cantt Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HABBPKKA170 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.