SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKA906
ASCMPKKA906 belongs to Askaribank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASCMPKKA906 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASCMPKKA |
| Branch code | 906 |
| Bank | Askaribank Limited |
| Branch | Islamic Bkg Br, Walton Cantt |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Askaribank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 906 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 bank uses BIC ASCMPKKA906?
The code ASCMPKKA906 belongs to Islamic Bkg Br, Walton Cantt, part of Askaribank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use ASCMPKKA906 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ASCMPKKA906 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Askaribank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
How long does it take to send money to Askaribank Limited in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of ASCMPKKA906 mean?
ASCM is the bank code of Askaribank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and 906 is the code of the department Islamic Bkg Br, Walton Cantt.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.