SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA021
MPBLPKKA021 belongs to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPBLPKKA021 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPBLPKKA |
| Branch code | 021 |
| Bank | Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited |
| Branch | North Napier Road Branch |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 021 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA021?
MPBLPKKA021 is the SWIFT/BIC code of North Napier Road Branch, a branch or department of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter MPBLPKKA021 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MPBLPKKA021 against the details from Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited before you confirm.
What does each part of MPBLPKKA021 mean?
MPBL is the bank code of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and 021 is the code of the department North Napier Road Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use MPBLPKKA instead of MPBLPKKA021?
MPBLPKKA is the head office of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, while MPBLPKKA021 points to North Napier Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MPBLPKKA021.
How long does it take to send money to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist 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.