SWIFT/BIC code MPBLPKKAXXX
MPBLPKKAXXX belongs to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPBLPKKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPBLPKKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- XXX 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 is behind BIC MPBLPKKAXXX?
The code MPBLPKKAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use it when a payment to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
Are MPBLPKKA and MPBLPKKAXXX the same code?
Yes. MPBLPKKA is the 8-character version of MPBLPKKAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Karachi.
How long does a transfer to Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Has Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of MPBLPKKAXXX 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 XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.