SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA905
ASCMPKKA905 belongs to Askaribank Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASCMPKKA905 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASCMPKKA |
| Branch code | 905 |
| Bank | Askaribank Limited |
| Branch | Islamic Bkg Br, Blue Area |
| City | Islamabad |
| 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.
- 905 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 uses SWIFT code ASCMPKKA905?
ASCMPKKA905 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Islamic Bkg Br, Blue Area, part of Askaribank Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use ASCMPKKA905 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ASCMPKKA905 with the recipient before sending.
Does Askaribank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 23 SWIFT/BIC codes for Askaribank Limited in Pakistan. All of them are listed on the page of Askaribank Limited.
What is the best way to send money to Askaribank Limited in Pakistan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in ASCMPKKA905 mean?
ASCM is the institution code of Askaribank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and 905 is the code of the department Islamic Bkg Br, Blue Area.
Can I use ASCMPKKA instead of ASCMPKKA905?
ASCMPKKA is the main office of Askaribank Limited, while ASCMPKKA905 is Islamic Bkg Br, Blue Area. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ASCMPKKA905.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.