SWIFT/BIC code ABPAPKKAXXX
ABPAPKKAXXX belongs to Allied Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABPAPKKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABPAPKKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Allied Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Allied Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PK 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 bank uses BIC ABPAPKKAXXX?
ABPAPKKAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Allied Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Use it when you send money to an account at Allied Bank Limited.
Are ABPAPKKA and ABPAPKKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ABPAPKKA is the short version of ABPAPKKAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Allied Bank Limited in Lahore.
What is the best way to send money to Allied Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of ABPAPKKAXXX stand for?
ABPA is the bank code of Allied Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Allied Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABPAPKKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter ABPAPKKAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ABPAPKKAXXX against the details from Allied Bank Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.