SWIFT/BIC code FAYSPKKA111
FAYSPKKA111 belongs to Faysal Bank Limited in Faisalabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FAYSPKKA111 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FAYSPKKA |
| Branch code | 111 |
| Bank | Faysal Bank Limited |
| Branch | Faisalabad Branch |
| City | Faisalabad |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Faysal Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FAYS 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.
- 111 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 is behind SWIFT code FAYSPKKA111?
FAYSPKKA111 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Faisalabad Branch, part of Faysal Bank Limited in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Faysal Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of FAYSPKKA111 stand for?
FAYS is the institution code of Faysal Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and 111 identifies the department Faisalabad Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Faysal Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FAYSPKKA111, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use FAYSPKKA111 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FAYSPKKA111 against the details from Faysal Bank Limited before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Faysal Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.