SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA035
MPBLPKKA035 belongs to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPBLPKKA035 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPBLPKKA |
| Branch code | 035 |
| Bank | Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited |
| Branch | North Karachi Industrial Area 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.
- 035 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 MPBLPKKA035?
MPBLPKKA035 is the SWIFT/BIC code of North Karachi Industrial Area Branch, part of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Pakistan?
Many banks 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.
What do I need to send money to an account at Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA035, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of MPBLPKKA035 mean?
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 035 identifies the department North Karachi Industrial Area Branch.
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, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use MPBLPKKA instead of MPBLPKKA035?
MPBLPKKA points to the head office of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, while MPBLPKKA035 is North Karachi Industrial Area Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MPBLPKKA035.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.