SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKACCL
ALFHPKKACCL belongs to Bank Alfalah Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFHPKKACCL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFHPKKA |
| Branch code | CCL |
| Bank | Bank Alfalah Limited |
| Branch | Centralized Clearing Department |
| City | Karachi |
| 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.
- CCL 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
What bank uses BIC ALFHPKKACCL?
ALFHPKKACCL identifies Centralized Clearing Department, a unit of Bank Alfalah Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use ALFHPKKACCL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ALFHPKKACCL against the details from Bank Alfalah Limited before sending.
Does Bank Alfalah Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Alfalah Limited in Pakistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Alfalah Limited.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Alfalah Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKACCL, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Alfalah Limited in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use ALFHPKKA instead of ALFHPKKACCL?
ALFHPKKA is the main office of Bank Alfalah Limited, while ALFHPKKACCL points to Centralized Clearing Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ALFHPKKACCL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.