Swabalamban Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited

About

Swabalamban Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha (SWBBL) is a Nepalese microfinance financial institution founded with the purpose of extending micro-credit and deposit services to underserved, rural, and economically marginalized populations. The roots of SWBBL go back to an NGO called the Centre for Self-help Development (CSD), established in 1991 to support socially and economically backward groups. In 2001 (Ashwin 19, 2058 B.S.) SWBBL was formally registered under Company Act, and on 3 January 2002 (Paush 19, 2058 B.S.) it obtained a license from the central bank Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) to operate as a microfinance (laghubitta) institution. Over the years, SWBBL has grown substantially. From its humble beginnings serving women through group-based lending and savings under the Self-help Banking Programme, SWBBL has evolved into a large microfinance entity with a nationwide footprint spanning many districts and a network of branches serving thousands of clients. Its mission remains centered on financial inclusion, livelihood development, and poverty alleviation offering micro-loans, savings, and financial services tailored to the needs of rural households, small-scale entrepreneurs, and underserved communities.As of recent reports, SWBBL has shown financial strength: in a recent fiscal year, the institution posted a net profit increase, reflecting growth in interest income and improved operational performance. The bank has also been actively improving its deposit and loan-outstanding numbers signaling rising trust among clients and expanding outreach. Despite the general vulnerabilities of microfinance institutions in Nepal (such as rural credit risk, regulatory pressures, and economic fluctuations), SWBBL’s long history, diversified client base, group-lending methodology, and experience give it a more stable footing compared to many smaller or newer microfinance providers.