SWIFT/BIC code NPBBNPKAXXX
NPBBNPKAXXX belongs to Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NPBBNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NPBBNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
How the Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NPBB 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code NPBBNPKAXXX?
NPBBNPKAXXX identifies the head office of Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the code to use when a payment to Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in NPBBNPKAXXX stand for?
NPBB is the bank code of Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited, NP stands for Nepal, KA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NPBBNPKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nepal uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NPBBNPKAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited in Nepal, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Nepal Bangladesh Bank Limited in Nepal?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nepal with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.