SWIFT/BIC code FAYSPKKA127
FAYSPKKA127 belongs to Faysal Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FAYSPKKA127 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FAYSPKKA |
| Branch code | 127 |
| Bank | Faysal Bank Limited |
| Branch | Shaheed-e-Millat Branch, Karachi |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way 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.
- 127 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 BIC FAYSPKKA127?
The code FAYSPKKA127 belongs to Shaheed-e-Millat Branch, Karachi, part of Faysal Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use FAYSPKKA127 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FAYSPKKA127 against the details from Faysal Bank Limited before sending.
What does each part of FAYSPKKA127 mean?
FAYS is the bank code of Faysal Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and 127 is the code of the branch Shaheed-e-Millat Branch, Karachi.
What is the best way to send money to Faysal Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Faysal Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FAYSPKKA127, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Faysal Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.