SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKADHA
MEZNPKKADHA belongs to Meezan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEZNPKKADHA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEZNPKKA |
| Branch code | DHA |
| Bank | Meezan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Dha Phase II Extension Branch, Trade Finance Department |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Meezan Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEZN 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.
- DHA 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 MEZNPKKADHA?
MEZNPKKADHA identifies Dha Phase II Extension Branch, Trade Finance Department, a unit of Meezan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in MEZNPKKADHA stand for?
MEZN is the bank code of Meezan Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and DHA is the code of the department Dha Phase II Extension Branch, Trade Finance Department.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Meezan Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKADHA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use MEZNPKKA instead of MEZNPKKADHA?
MEZNPKKA is the head office of Meezan Bank Limited, while MEZNPKKADHA points to Dha Phase II Extension Branch, Trade Finance Department. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MEZNPKKADHA.
How long does a transfer to Meezan Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Meezan 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.