SWIFT/BIC code ALFHAFKA803
ALFHAFKA803 belongs to Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch) in Herat, Afghanistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFHAFKA803 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFHAFKA |
| Branch code | 803 |
| Bank | Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch) |
| Branch | Afghanistan - Herat Branch |
| City | Herat |
| Country | Afghanistan |
How the Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALFH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AF Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 803 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 SWIFT/BIC code ALFHAFKA803?
ALFHAFKA803 identifies Afghanistan - Herat Branch, a unit of Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch) in Herat, Afghanistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch) in Afghanistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch).
Can I use ALFHAFKA instead of ALFHAFKA803?
ALFHAFKA points to the head office of Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch), while ALFHAFKA803 points to Afghanistan - Herat Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ALFHAFKA803.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ALFHAFKA803, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Afghanistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch) in Afghanistan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Afghanistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank Alfalah Limited (Afghanistan - Kabul Branch) take in Afghanistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.