SWIFT/BIC code BKIPPKKAXXX
BKIPPKKAXXX belongs to Bankislami Pakistan Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIPPKKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIPPKKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bankislami Pakistan Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Bankislami Pakistan Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKIP 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 SWIFT code BKIPPKKAXXX?
BKIPPKKAXXX identifies the main office of Bankislami Pakistan Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use it when a payment to Bankislami Pakistan Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bankislami Pakistan Limited in Pakistan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bankislami Pakistan Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BKIPPKKAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bankislami Pakistan Limited in Pakistan, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter BKIPPKKAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKIPPKKAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is BKIPPKKA and BKIPPKKAXXX the same code?
Yes. BKIPPKKA is the short version of BKIPPKKAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bankislami Pakistan Limited in Karachi.
What do the letters in BKIPPKKAXXX mean?
BKIP is the institution code of Bankislami Pakistan Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.