SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKAXXX
NBPAPKKAXXX belongs to National Bank of Pakistan in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBPAPKKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBPAPKKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | National Bank of Pakistan |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the National Bank of Pakistan 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.
- PK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKAXXX?
NBPAPKKAXXX identifies the headquarters of National Bank of Pakistan in Karachi, Pakistan. It is the code to use when a payment to National Bank of Pakistan does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Pakistan in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has National Bank of Pakistan got other 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 do the letters in NBPAPKKAXXX stand for?
NBPA is the institution code of National Bank of Pakistan, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Pakistan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBPAPKKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Are NBPAPKKA and NBPAPKKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. NBPAPKKA is the 8-character version of NBPAPKKAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to National Bank of Pakistan in Karachi.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.