SWIFT/BIC code FAYSPKKA116
FAYSPKKA116 belongs to Faysal Bank Limited in Mirpur, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FAYSPKKA116 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FAYSPKKA |
| Branch code | 116 |
| Bank | Faysal Bank Limited |
| Branch | Mirpur -Aj and K- Branch |
| City | Mirpur |
| 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.
- 116 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 SWIFT code FAYSPKKA116?
The code FAYSPKKA116 belongs to Mirpur -Aj and K- Branch, a unit of Faysal Bank Limited in Mirpur, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Faysal Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FAYSPKKA116, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Does Faysal Bank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 18 SWIFT/BIC codes for Faysal Bank Limited in Pakistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Faysal Bank Limited in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use FAYSPKKA instead of FAYSPKKA116?
FAYSPKKA is the head office of Faysal Bank Limited, while FAYSPKKA116 is Mirpur -Aj and K- Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use FAYSPKKA116 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Faysal Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.