SWIFT/BIC code NBLBBDDH998
NBLBBDDH998 belongs to National Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBLBBDDH998 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBLBBDDH |
| Branch code | 998 |
| Bank | National Bank Limited |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit, Mohakhali |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
The way the National Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBLB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 998 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 NBLBBDDH998?
The code NBLBBDDH998 belongs to Offshore Banking Unit, Mohakhali, part of National Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBLBBDDH998, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use NBLBBDDH instead of NBLBBDDH998?
NBLBBDDH points to the main office of National Bank Limited, while NBLBBDDH998 points to Offshore Banking Unit, Mohakhali. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBLBBDDH998.
What do the letters in NBLBBDDH998 mean?
NBLB is the institution code of National Bank Limited, BD stands for Bangladesh, DH is the location code and 998 identifies the department Offshore Banking Unit, Mohakhali.
Does National Bank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 45 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank Limited in Bangladesh. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.