SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKACRU
BPUNPKKACRU belongs to Bank of Punjab, The in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPUNPKKACRU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPUNPKKA |
| Branch code | CRU |
| Bank | Bank of Punjab, The |
| Branch | Centralized Remittance Unit - Cru |
| 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.
- CRU 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKACRU?
The code BPUNPKKACRU belongs to Centralized Remittance Unit - Cru, part of Bank of Punjab, The in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Punjab, The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BPUNPKKACRU, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Punjab, The take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BPUNPKKACRU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BPUNPKKACRU with the recipient before sending.
Does Bank of Punjab, The have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Punjab, The in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BPUNPKKACRU 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 CRU identifies the department Centralized Remittance Unit - Cru.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.