SWIFT/BIC code HIMANPKAXXX
HIMANPKAXXX belongs to Himalayan Bank LTD. in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HIMANPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HIMANPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Himalayan Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
How the Himalayan Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HIMA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 SWIFT code HIMANPKAXXX?
The code HIMANPKAXXX belongs to the main office of Himalayan Bank LTD. in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the code to use when a payment to Himalayan Bank LTD. does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Himalayan Bank LTD.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Nepal with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HIMANPKAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HIMANPKAXXX against the details from Himalayan Bank LTD. before you confirm.
Does Himalayan Bank LTD. have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HIMANPKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Himalayan Bank LTD. in Nepal, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are HIMANPKA and HIMANPKAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HIMANPKA is the short version of HIMANPKAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Himalayan Bank LTD. in Kathmandu.
How long does a transfer to Himalayan Bank LTD. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.