SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKAXXX
ASCMPKKAXXX belongs to Askaribank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASCMPKKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASCMPKKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Askaribank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way 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.
- XXX 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 BIC ASCMPKKAXXX?
The code ASCMPKKAXXX belongs to the head office of Askaribank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use it when a payment to Askaribank Limited does not need a specific branch.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
Are ASCMPKKA and ASCMPKKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ASCMPKKA is the 8-character version of ASCMPKKAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Askaribank Limited in Karachi.
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.
How long does a transfer to Askaribank Limited take in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Askaribank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ASCMPKKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.