SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKA02R
NBPAPKKA02R belongs to National Bank of Pakistan in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBPAPKKA02R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBPAPKKA |
| Branch code | 02R |
| Bank | National Bank of Pakistan |
| Branch | — |
| City | Rawalpindi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the National Bank of Pakistan SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBPA 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.
- 02R 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 branch uses BIC NBPAPKKA02R?
NBPAPKKA02R is the SWIFT/BIC code of National Bank of Pakistan, a unit of National Bank of Pakistan in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NBPAPKKA02R stand for?
NBPA is the bank code of National Bank of Pakistan, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and 02R identifies the branch National Bank of Pakistan.
Does National Bank of Pakistan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 22 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Pakistan in Pakistan. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Pakistan.
What happens if I enter NBPAPKKA02R with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBPAPKKA02R with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use NBPAPKKA instead of NBPAPKKA02R?
NBPAPKKA points to the main office of National Bank of Pakistan, while NBPAPKKA02R points to National Bank of Pakistan. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NBPAPKKA02R if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Pakistan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.