PCBLNPKA — PRIME COMMERCIAL BANK LTD
PCBLNPKA is the SWIFT/BIC code for PRIME COMMERCIAL BANK LTD in KATHMANDU, Nepal — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
PCBLNPKA is the SWIFT/BIC code for PRIME COMMERCIAL BANK LTD in KATHMANDU, Nepal. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | PRIME COMMERCIAL BANK LTD |
| Country | Nepal (NP) |
| Location Code | KA |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code PCBLNPKA belong to?
The SWIFT code PCBLNPKA identifies PRIME COMMERCIAL BANK LTD in KATHMANDU, Nepal. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code PCBLNPKA mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of PCBLNPKA are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (PCBL) represent the bank code for PRIME COMMERCIAL BANK LTD; characters 5-6 (NP) indicate the country code for Nepal; characters 7-8 (KA) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code PCBLNPKA active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) PCBLNPKA 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 PCBLNPKA instead of PCBLNPKA?
Yes. The 8-character code PCBLNPKA represents the primary headquarters of PRIME COMMERCIAL BANK LTD. The 11-character code PCBLNPKA targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to PCBLNPKA (or PCBLNPKAXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to PCBLNPKA?
The physical address registered for PCBLNPKA is: KAMALPOKHARI, 44600, KATHMANDU, Nepal. 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).