SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA904
ASCMPKKA904 belongs to Askaribank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASCMPKKA904 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASCMPKKA |
| Branch code | 904 |
| Bank | Askaribank Limited |
| Branch | Islamic Bkg Br, Jodia Bazar |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How 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.
- 904 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 ASCMPKKA904?
The code ASCMPKKA904 belongs to Islamic Bkg Br, Jodia Bazar, a unit of Askaribank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of ASCMPKKA904 mean?
ASCM is the institution code of Askaribank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and 904 is the code of the branch Islamic Bkg Br, Jodia Bazar.
What happens if I use ASCMPKKA904 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ASCMPKKA904 with the recipient before sending.
Does Askaribank Limited have other 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Askaribank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA904, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
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 the amount that arrives 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.