SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA027
MPBLPKKA027 belongs to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPBLPKKA027 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPBLPKKA |
| Branch code | 027 |
| Bank | Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Timber Market 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.
- 027 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 MPBLPKKA027?
MPBLPKKA027 identifies Timber Market Branch, part of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA027, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Pakistan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in MPBLPKKA027 stand for?
MPBL is the institution code of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the location code and 027 identifies the department Timber Market Branch.
What happens if I use MPBLPKKA027 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MPBLPKKA027 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.