SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA786
HABBPKKA786 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA786 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 786 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Central Branch |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Habib Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 786 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 HABBPKKA786?
HABBPKKA786 identifies Central Branch, a branch or department of Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Habib Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HABBPKKA instead of HABBPKKA786?
HABBPKKA points to the head office of Habib Bank Limited, while HABBPKKA786 points to Central Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HABBPKKA786.
How long does a transfer to Habib Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use HABBPKKA786 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HABBPKKA786 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Habib Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA786, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.