SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKASMB
NBPAPKKASMB belongs to National Bank of Pakistan in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBPAPKKASMB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBPAPKKA |
| Branch code | SMB |
| Bank | National Bank of Pakistan |
| Branch | Corporate |
| City | Islamabad |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way 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.
- SMB 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 SWIFT code NBPAPKKASMB?
NBPAPKKASMB identifies Corporate, a unit of National Bank of Pakistan in Islamabad, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Pakistan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
Does National Bank of Pakistan have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 22 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Pakistan in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter NBPAPKKASMB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBPAPKKASMB against the details from National Bank of Pakistan before sending.
Can I use NBPAPKKA instead of NBPAPKKASMB?
NBPAPKKA is the head office of National Bank of Pakistan, while NBPAPKKASMB is Corporate. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBPAPKKASMB.
What does each part of NBPAPKKASMB mean?
NBPA is the institution code of National Bank of Pakistan, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and SMB is the code of the department Corporate.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.