SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKAITD
NBPAPKKAITD belongs to National Bank of Pakistan in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBPAPKKAITD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBPAPKKA |
| Branch code | ITD |
| Bank | National Bank of Pakistan |
| Branch | Head Office |
| City | Karachi |
| 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.
- ITD 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 NBPAPKKAITD?
The code NBPAPKKAITD belongs to Head Office, a unit of National Bank of Pakistan in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 does each part of NBPAPKKAITD mean?
NBPA is the bank code of National Bank of Pakistan, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and ITD is the code of the branch Head Office.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Pakistan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKAITD, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use NBPAPKKA instead of NBPAPKKAITD?
NBPAPKKA points to the main office of National Bank of Pakistan, while NBPAPKKAITD points to Head Office. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBPAPKKAITD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.