SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKA010
BPUNPKKA010 belongs to Bank of Punjab, The in Faisalabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPUNPKKA010 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPUNPKKA |
| Branch code | 010 |
| Bank | Bank of Punjab, The |
| Branch | Small D Ground Branch |
| City | Faisalabad |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Bank of Punjab, The SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 010 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 BPUNPKKA010?
BPUNPKKA010 identifies Small D Ground Branch, a unit of Bank of Punjab, The in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BPUNPKKA010 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BPUNPKKA010 against the details from Bank of Punjab, The before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Punjab, The in Pakistan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BPUNPKKA instead of BPUNPKKA010?
BPUNPKKA is the head office of Bank of Punjab, The, while BPUNPKKA010 points to Small D Ground Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPUNPKKA010.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Punjab, The take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Punjab, The?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKA010, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, 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.