SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKACBM
NBPAPKKACBM belongs to National Bank of Pakistan in Multan, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBPAPKKACBM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBPAPKKA |
| Branch code | CBM |
| Bank | National Bank of Pakistan |
| Branch | Cooprate Branch |
| City | Multan |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the National Bank of Pakistan SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- CBM 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 uses SWIFT code NBPAPKKACBM?
NBPAPKKACBM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cooprate Branch, a unit of National Bank of Pakistan in Multan, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Pakistan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in NBPAPKKACBM mean?
NBPA is the bank code of National Bank of Pakistan, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the location code and CBM identifies the branch Cooprate Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Pakistan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKACBM, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use NBPAPKKA instead of NBPAPKKACBM?
NBPAPKKA is the head office of National Bank of Pakistan, while NBPAPKKACBM points to Cooprate Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBPAPKKACBM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.