SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA748
HABBPKKA748 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Faisalabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA748 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 748 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Madina Town Branch |
| City | Faisalabad |
| 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.
- 748 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 SWIFT code HABBPKKA748?
HABBPKKA748 identifies Madina Town Branch, part of Habib Bank Limited in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Habib Bank Limited in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Habib Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA748, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of HABBPKKA748 mean?
HABB is the bank code of Habib Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and 748 identifies the department Madina Town Branch.
What happens if I use HABBPKKA748 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HABBPKKA748 against the details from Habib Bank Limited before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.