SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA003
ASCMPKKA003 belongs to Askaribank Limited in Quetta, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASCMPKKA003 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASCMPKKA |
| Branch code | 003 |
| Bank | Askaribank Limited |
| Branch | Cantonment Branch |
| City | Quetta |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Askaribank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ASCM 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.
- 003 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 ASCMPKKA003?
The code ASCMPKKA003 belongs to Cantonment Branch, a branch or department of Askaribank Limited in Quetta, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ASCMPKKA003 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ASCMPKKA003 against the details from Askaribank Limited before sending.
What does each part of ASCMPKKA003 mean?
ASCM is the bank code of Askaribank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and 003 identifies the branch Cantonment Branch.
Can I use ASCMPKKA instead of ASCMPKKA003?
ASCMPKKA points to the main office of Askaribank Limited, while ASCMPKKA003 points to Cantonment Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ASCMPKKA003 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Askaribank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Askaribank Limited take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.