SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKA241
BPUNPKKA241 belongs to Bank of Punjab, The in Peshawar, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPUNPKKA241 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPUNPKKA |
| Branch code | 241 |
| Bank | Bank of Punjab, The |
| Branch | Saddar Road Branch |
| City | Peshawar |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way 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.
- 241 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 branch uses BIC BPUNPKKA241?
The code BPUNPKKA241 belongs to Saddar Road Branch, a unit of Bank of Punjab, The in Peshawar, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BPUNPKKA241 stand for?
BPUN is the bank code of Bank of Punjab, The, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the location code and 241 is the code of the department Saddar Road Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Punjab, The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKA241, 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.
Can I use BPUNPKKA instead of BPUNPKKA241?
BPUNPKKA points to the head office of Bank of Punjab, The, while BPUNPKKA241 points to Saddar Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPUNPKKA241.
What is the cheapest 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.
What happens if I use BPUNPKKA241 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BPUNPKKA241 against the details from Bank of Punjab, The before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.