SWIFT/BIC code FAYSPKKA117
FAYSPKKA117 belongs to Faysal Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FAYSPKKA117 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FAYSPKKA |
| Branch code | 117 |
| Bank | Faysal Bank Limited |
| Branch | Gulberg Branch |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Faysal Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 117 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/BIC code FAYSPKKA117?
FAYSPKKA117 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gulberg Branch, part of Faysal Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of FAYSPKKA117 stand for?
FAYS is the bank code of Faysal Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and 117 identifies the department Gulberg Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Faysal Bank Limited in Pakistan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Faysal Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FAYSPKKA117, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Does Faysal Bank Limited have other 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 a transfer to Faysal Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.