SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA047
MPBLPKKA047 belongs to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPBLPKKA047 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPBLPKKA |
| Branch code | 047 |
| Bank | Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited |
| Branch | F-10 Markaz Branch |
| City | Islamabad |
| 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.
- 047 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 is behind BIC MPBLPKKA047?
The code MPBLPKKA047 belongs to F-10 Markaz Branch, a branch or department of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKA047, 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?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use MPBLPKKA047 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MPBLPKKA047 against the details from Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited before you confirm.
Does Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Pakistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.