SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA033
MPBLPKKA033 belongs to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPBLPKKA033 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPBLPKKA |
| Branch code | 033 |
| Bank | Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Dhoraji Branch |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way 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.
- 033 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 MPBLPKKA033?
MPBLPKKA033 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dhoraji Branch, part of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of MPBLPKKA033 stand for?
MPBL is the bank code of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the location code and 033 identifies the department Dhoraji Branch.
How long does a transfer to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use MPBLPKKA instead of MPBLPKKA033?
MPBLPKKA is the main office of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, while MPBLPKKA033 points to Dhoraji Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MPBLPKKA033.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA033, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.