SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKA002
BPUNPKKA002 belongs to Bank of Punjab, The in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPUNPKKA002 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPUNPKKA |
| Branch code | 002 |
| Bank | Bank of Punjab, The |
| Branch | Main Branch |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Bank of Punjab, The SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPUN 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.
- 002 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 is behind SWIFT code BPUNPKKA002?
The code BPUNPKKA002 belongs to Main Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Punjab, The in Lahore, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Punjab, The?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BPUNPKKA instead of BPUNPKKA002?
BPUNPKKA is the head office of Bank of Punjab, The, while BPUNPKKA002 points to Main Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPUNPKKA002.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Punjab, The take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter BPUNPKKA002 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BPUNPKKA002 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Bank of Punjab, The have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Punjab, The in Pakistan. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Punjab, The.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.