SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKA131
ALFHPKKA131 belongs to Bank Alfalah Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFHPKKA131 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFHPKKA |
| Branch code | 131 |
| Bank | Bank Alfalah Limited |
| Branch | F-10 Markaz Branch |
| City | Islamabad |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Bank Alfalah Limited 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.
- PK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 131 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKA131?
The code ALFHPKKA131 belongs to F-10 Markaz Branch, part of Bank Alfalah Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Alfalah Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKA131, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Alfalah Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use ALFHPKKA131 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALFHPKKA131 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Bank Alfalah Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Alfalah Limited in Pakistan. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Alfalah Limited.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Alfalah Limited in Pakistan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.