SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA004
ASCMPKKA004 belongs to Askaribank Limited in Peshawar, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASCMPKKA004 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASCMPKKA |
| Branch code | 004 |
| Bank | Askaribank Limited |
| Branch | Cantonment Branch |
| City | Peshawar |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Askaribank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 004 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 is behind SWIFT code ASCMPKKA004?
ASCMPKKA004 identifies Cantonment Branch, part of Askaribank Limited in Peshawar, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use ASCMPKKA instead of ASCMPKKA004?
ASCMPKKA is the head office of Askaribank Limited, while ASCMPKKA004 points to Cantonment Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ASCMPKKA004.
Does Askaribank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 23 SWIFT/BIC codes for Askaribank Limited in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter ASCMPKKA004 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ASCMPKKA004 with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Askaribank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA004, 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 best way to send money to Askaribank Limited in Pakistan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.