SWIFT/BIC code MBNLNPKAXXX
MBNLNPKAXXX belongs to Mega Bank Nepal Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MBNLNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MBNLNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mega Bank Nepal Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
How the Mega Bank Nepal Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MBNL 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 code MBNLNPKAXXX?
MBNLNPKAXXX identifies the headquarters of Mega Bank Nepal Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. Use it when you send money to an account at Mega Bank Nepal Limited.
Does Mega Bank Nepal Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MBNLNPKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Mega Bank Nepal Limited in Nepal, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are MBNLNPKA and MBNLNPKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MBNLNPKA is the 8-character version of MBNLNPKAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Mega Bank Nepal Limited in Kathmandu.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mega Bank Nepal Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nepal with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Mega Bank Nepal Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use MBNLNPKAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MBNLNPKAXXX 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.