🇳🇵 SWIFT Codes of Banks in Nepal
Complete Directory & Guide for International Wire Transfers
When transferring money internationally to Nepal—whether for family remittance, freelancing payouts, business payments, or wire transfers—having the correct SWIFT Code (also known as a BIC Code) is required.
What is a SWIFT / BIC Code?
A SWIFT code (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) is an 8 to 11-character code used to uniquely identify financial institutions around the world.
SWIFT Code Format:
[AAAA] Bank Code (4 letters)
[BB] Country Code (NP for Nepal)
[CC] Location Code (2 characters)
[DDD] Branch Code (Optional - 'XXX' for Head Office)
SWIFT Codes of Class "A" Commercial Banks in Nepal
| # | Bank Name | SWIFT Code | Head Office Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agriculture Development Bank Ltd. | ADBLNPKA | Ramshahpath, Kathmandu |
| 2 | Citizens Bank International Ltd. | CTZNNPKA | Narayanhitipath, Kathmandu |
| 3 | Everest Bank Ltd. | EVBLNPKA | Lazimpat, Kathmandu |
| 4 | Global IME Bank Ltd. | GLBBNPKA | Kamaladi, Kathmandu |
| 5 | Himalayan Bank Ltd. | HIMANPKA | Kamaladi, Kathmandu |
| 6 | Kumari Bank Ltd. | KMBLNPKA | Tangal, Kathmandu |
| 7 | Laxmi Sunrise Bank Ltd. | LXBLNPKA | Hattisar, Kathmandu |
| 8 | Machhapuchchhre Bank Ltd. | MBLNNPKA | Lazimpat, Kathmandu |
| 9 | Nabil Bank Ltd. | NARBNPKA | Teendhara, Kathmandu |
| 10 | Nepal Bank Ltd. | NEBLNPKA | Dharmapath, Kathmandu |
| 11 | Nepal Investment Mega Bank Ltd. | NIBLNPKT | Durbar Marg, Kathmandu |
| 12 | Nepal SBI Bank Ltd. | NSBINPKA | Kesharmahal, Kathmandu |
| 13 | NIC Asia Bank Ltd. | NICENPKA | Thapathali, Kathmandu |
| 14 | NMB Bank Ltd. | NMBBNPKA | Babarmahal, Kathmandu |
| 15 | Prabhu Bank Ltd. | PRVUNPKA | Babarmahal, Kathmandu |
| 16 | Prime Commercial Bank Ltd. | PCBLNPKA | Kamalpokhari, Kathmandu |
| 17 | Rastriya Banijya Bank Ltd. | RBBANPKA | Singha Durbar, Kathmandu |
| 18 | Sanima Bank Ltd. | SNMANPKA | Narayanchaur, Kathmandu |
| 19 | Siddhartha Bank Ltd. | SIDDNPKA | Naxal, Kathmandu |
| 20 | Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Ltd. | SCBLNPKA | Nayabaneshwor, Kathmandu |
Central Bank & Infrastructure Bank
| Institution Name | SWIFT Code | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal Rastra Bank | NRBLNPKA | Central Bank of Nepal |
| Nepal Infrastructure Bank Ltd. (NIFRA) | NINFNPKA | Infrastructure Development Bank |
Details Required to Receive Money in Nepal
Provide the foreign sender with the following information:
- Beneficiary Name: Full name matching your bank account
- Account Number: Your complete bank account number
- SWIFT / BIC Code: The 8-character SWIFT code listed above
- Bank Name & Address: Bank name and branch address
- Country: Nepal
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does Nepal use IBAN numbers?
No. Nepal does not use IBAN (International Bank Account Number). International wire transfers to Nepal require the standard account number along with the bank's SWIFT code.
2. Should I add 'XXX' at the end of the SWIFT code?
An 8-character SWIFT code routes to the bank's head office. If an online form requires an 11-character code, simply add XXX at the end (e.g., NARBNPKAXXX).