SWIFT/BIC code NICENPKAXXX
NICENPKAXXX belongs to Nic Asia Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NICENPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NICENPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nic Asia Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
How the Nic Asia Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NICE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NP 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 code NICENPKAXXX?
NICENPKAXXX identifies the headquarters of Nic Asia Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Nic Asia Bank Limited.
Does Nic Asia Bank Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NICENPKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Nic Asia Bank Limited in Nepal, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter NICENPKAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NICENPKAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Nic Asia Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NICENPKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nepal uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of NICENPKAXXX stand for?
NICE is the bank code of Nic Asia Bank Limited, NP is the ISO code of Nepal, KA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Nic Asia Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.