SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKAGBL
ALFHPKKAGBL belongs to Bank Alfalah Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFHPKKAGBL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFHPKKA |
| Branch code | GBL |
| Bank | Bank Alfalah Limited |
| Branch | Gulberg Branch, Lahore |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Bank Alfalah Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- GBL 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 is behind BIC ALFHPKKAGBL?
ALFHPKKAGBL identifies Gulberg Branch, Lahore, part of Bank Alfalah Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in ALFHPKKAGBL stand for?
ALFH is the institution code of Bank Alfalah Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the location code and GBL identifies the department Gulberg Branch, Lahore.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Alfalah Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter ALFHPKKAGBL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALFHPKKAGBL against the details from Bank Alfalah Limited before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Alfalah Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ALFHPKKAGBL, 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Alfalah Limited in Pakistan?
Many banks 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.