SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA903
ASCMPKKA903 belongs to Askaribank Limited in Quetta, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASCMPKKA903 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASCMPKKA |
| Branch code | 903 |
| Bank | Askaribank Limited |
| Branch | Islamic Bkg Br,jinnah Rd |
| City | Quetta |
| 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.
- 903 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 ASCMPKKA903?
The code ASCMPKKA903 belongs to Islamic Bkg Br,jinnah Rd, part of Askaribank Limited in Quetta, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Askaribank Limited in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Askaribank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA903, the IBAN or local account number 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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter ASCMPKKA903 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ASCMPKKA903 against the details from Askaribank Limited before you confirm.
Does Askaribank Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 23 SWIFT/BIC codes for Askaribank Limited in Pakistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Askaribank Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.