SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKA239
BPUNPKKA239 belongs to Bank of Punjab, The in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPUNPKKA239 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPUNPKKA |
| Branch code | 239 |
| Bank | Bank of Punjab, The |
| Branch | Tpc Karachi |
| City | Karachi |
| 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.
- 239 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 BIC BPUNPKKA239?
The code BPUNPKKA239 belongs to Tpc Karachi, part of Bank of Punjab, The in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Punjab, The in Pakistan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Punjab, The?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Punjab, The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKA239, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BPUNPKKA instead of BPUNPKKA239?
BPUNPKKA points to the main office of Bank of Punjab, The, while BPUNPKKA239 points to Tpc Karachi. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPUNPKKA239.
What does each part of BPUNPKKA239 mean?
BPUN is the bank code of Bank of Punjab, The, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and 239 identifies the department Tpc Karachi.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.