SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA006
MPBLPKKA006 belongs to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Sialkot, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPBLPKKA006 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPBLPKKA |
| Branch code | 006 |
| Bank | Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Sialkot Branch |
| City | Sialkot |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MPBL 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.
- 006 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 BIC MPBLPKKA006?
The code MPBLPKKA006 belongs to Sialkot Branch, part of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Sialkot, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in MPBLPKKA006 stand for?
MPBL is the institution code of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and 006 is the code of the branch Sialkot Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA006, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter MPBLPKKA006 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MPBLPKKA006 against the details from Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.