SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA901
ASCMPKKA901 belongs to Askaribank Limited in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASCMPKKA901 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASCMPKKA |
| Branch code | 901 |
| Bank | Askaribank Limited |
| Branch | Ibb, Rawalpindi |
| City | Rawalpindi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Askaribank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 901 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 BIC ASCMPKKA901?
The code ASCMPKKA901 belongs to Ibb, Rawalpindi, a branch or department of Askaribank Limited in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Askaribank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Askaribank Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 23 SWIFT/BIC codes for Askaribank Limited in Pakistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use ASCMPKKA instead of ASCMPKKA901?
ASCMPKKA is the main office of Askaribank Limited, while ASCMPKKA901 points to Ibb, Rawalpindi. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ASCMPKKA901 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use ASCMPKKA901 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ASCMPKKA901 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in ASCMPKKA901 stand for?
ASCM is the bank code of Askaribank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the location code and 901 identifies the department Ibb, Rawalpindi.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.