SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKACID
ALFHPKKACID belongs to Bank Alfalah Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFHPKKACID |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFHPKKA |
| Branch code | CID |
| Bank | Bank Alfalah Limited |
| Branch | Centralized Imports Department |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Bank Alfalah Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- CID 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 ALFHPKKACID?
ALFHPKKACID identifies Centralized Imports Department, a branch or department of Bank Alfalah Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank Alfalah Limited got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Alfalah Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKACID, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank Alfalah Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use ALFHPKKA instead of ALFHPKKACID?
ALFHPKKA points to the main office of Bank Alfalah Limited, while ALFHPKKACID points to Centralized Imports Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ALFHPKKACID.
What happens if I use ALFHPKKACID incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ALFHPKKACID with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.