SWIFT/BIC code NRBLNPKAXXX
NRBLNPKAXXX belongs to Nepal Rastra Bank in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NRBLNPKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NRBLNPKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nepal Rastra Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
How the Nepal Rastra Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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/BIC code NRBLNPKAXXX?
NRBLNPKAXXX identifies the headquarters of Nepal Rastra Bank in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Nepal Rastra Bank.
Does Nepal Rastra Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Nepal Rastra Bank in Nepal. All of them are listed on the page of Nepal Rastra Bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Nepal Rastra Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NRBLNPKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nepal is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of NRBLNPKAXXX stand for?
NRBL is the bank code of Nepal Rastra Bank, 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 Nepal Rastra Bank take in Nepal?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are NRBLNPKA and NRBLNPKAXXX the same code?
Yes. NRBLNPKA is the short version of NRBLNPKAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Nepal Rastra Bank in Kathmandu.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.