SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA741
HABBPKKA741 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA741 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 741 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Panorama Centre 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.
- 741 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 SWIFT code HABBPKKA741?
HABBPKKA741 identifies Panorama Centre Branch, a unit of Habib Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Habib Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA741, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in HABBPKKA741 stand for?
HABB is the bank code of Habib Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and 741 is the code of the branch Panorama Centre Branch.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Habib Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
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 HABBPKKA741?
HABBPKKA points to the head office of Habib Bank Limited, while HABBPKKA741 is Panorama Centre Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HABBPKKA741.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.