SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA617
HABBPKKA617 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA617 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 617 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Opp. High Court Branch |
| City | Lahore |
| 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.
- 617 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 HABBPKKA617?
HABBPKKA617 identifies Opp. High Court Branch, a branch or department of Habib Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Habib Bank Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 64 SWIFT/BIC codes for Habib Bank Limited in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HABBPKKA instead of HABBPKKA617?
HABBPKKA points to the head office of Habib Bank Limited, while HABBPKKA617 is Opp. High Court Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HABBPKKA617.
What happens if I use HABBPKKA617 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HABBPKKA617 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in HABBPKKA617 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 617 is the code of the department Opp. High Court Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.