SWIFT/BIC code NBPADEFFXXX
NBPADEFFXXX belongs to National Bank of Pakistan, Frankfurt in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBPADEFFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBPADEFF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | National Bank of Pakistan, Frankfurt |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the National Bank of Pakistan, Frankfurt SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FF 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 SWIFT code NBPADEFFXXX?
NBPADEFFXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of National Bank of Pakistan, Frankfurt in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at National Bank of Pakistan, Frankfurt.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Pakistan, Frankfurt take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NBPADEFFXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NBPADEFFXXX.
Is NBPADEFF and NBPADEFFXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NBPADEFF is the 8-character version of NBPADEFFXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to National Bank of Pakistan, Frankfurt in Frankfurt Am Main.
What happens if I use NBPADEFFXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBPADEFFXXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of NBPADEFFXXX stand for?
NBPA is the bank code of National Bank of Pakistan, Frankfurt, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.