SWIFT/BIC code NRBLNPKAFED
NRBLNPKAFED belongs to Nepal Rastra Bank in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NRBLNPKAFED |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NRBLNPKA |
| Branch code | FED |
| Bank | Nepal Rastra Bank |
| Branch | Foreign Exchange Department |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
The way the Nepal Rastra Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NRBL 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.
- FED 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 branch is behind SWIFT code NRBLNPKAFED?
The code NRBLNPKAFED belongs to Foreign Exchange Department, a branch or department of Nepal Rastra Bank in Kathmandu, Nepal. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NRBLNPKAFED stand for?
NRBL is the institution code of Nepal Rastra Bank, NP is the ISO code of Nepal, KA is the location code and FED identifies the branch Foreign Exchange Department.
How long does it take to send money to Nepal Rastra Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Nepal Rastra Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NRBLNPKAFED, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nepal is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has Nepal Rastra Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Nepal Rastra Bank in Nepal. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter NRBLNPKAFED incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NRBLNPKAFED against the details from Nepal Rastra Bank before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.