SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA947
HABBPKKA947 belongs to Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBPKKA947 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBPKKA |
| Branch code | 947 |
| Bank | Habib Bank Limited |
| Branch | Industrial Estate Corporate Centre |
| City | Karachi |
| 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.
- 947 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 HABBPKKA947?
The code HABBPKKA947 belongs to Industrial Estate Corporate Centre, part of Habib Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Habib Bank Limited in Pakistan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Habib Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HABBPKKA947, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Habib Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Has Habib Bank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 64 SWIFT/BIC codes for Habib Bank Limited in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use HABBPKKA947 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HABBPKKA947 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.