HABBPKKA147 — HABIB BANK LIMITED
HABBPKKA147 is the SWIFT/BIC code for HABIB BANK LIMITED in SAHIWAL, Pakistan — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
HABBPKKA147 is the SWIFT/BIC code for HABIB BANK LIMITED in SAHIWAL, Pakistan. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: HABBPKKA
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | HABIB BANK LIMITED |
| Country | Pakistan (PK) |
| Location Code | KA |
| Branch | JINNAH CHOWK BRANCH |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code HABBPKKA147 belong to?
The SWIFT code HABBPKKA147 identifies HABIB BANK LIMITED in SAHIWAL, Pakistan. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code HABBPKKA147 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of HABBPKKA147 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (HABB) represent the bank code for HABIB BANK LIMITED; characters 5-6 (PK) indicate the country code for Pakistan; characters 7-8 (KA) specify the location code; and the final characters (147) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code HABBPKKA147 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) HABBPKKA147 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'KA' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code HABBPKKA instead of HABBPKKA147?
Yes. The 8-character code HABBPKKA represents the primary headquarters of HABIB BANK LIMITED. The 11-character code HABBPKKA147 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to HABBPKKA (or HABBPKKAXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to HABBPKKA147?
The physical address registered for HABBPKKA147 is: JIN NAH CHOWK, 1053 KHEWAT, SAHIWAL, Pakistan. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).