SWIFT/BIC code FAIBPKK1XXX
FAIBPKK1XXX belongs to Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FAIBPKK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FAIBPKK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FAIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code FAIBPKK1XXX?
FAIBPKK1XXX identifies the headquarters of Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain in Karachi, Pakistan. Use it when a payment to Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter FAIBPKK1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FAIBPKK1XXX against the details from Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain before you confirm.
Does Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FAIBPKK1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain in Pakistan, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain in Pakistan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FAIBPKK1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in FAIBPKK1XXX stand for?
FAIB is the bank code of Faisal Islamic Bank of Bahrain, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, K1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.