SWIFT/BIC code LXBLNPKAXXX
LXBLNPKAXXX belongs to Laxmi Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LXBLNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LXBLNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Laxmi Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
The way the Laxmi Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LXBL 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code LXBLNPKAXXX?
LXBLNPKAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Laxmi Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the code to use when a payment to Laxmi Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Laxmi Bank Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, LXBLNPKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Laxmi Bank Limited in Nepal, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Laxmi Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of LXBLNPKAXXX mean?
LXBL is the institution code of Laxmi Bank Limited, NP is the ISO code of Nepal, KA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Laxmi Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code LXBLNPKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nepal is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use LXBLNPKAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LXBLNPKAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.