SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKAISD
MEZNPKKAISD belongs to Meezan Bank Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEZNPKKAISD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEZNPKKA |
| Branch code | ISD |
| Bank | Meezan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Jinnah Avenue |
| City | Islamabad |
| 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.
- ISD 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/BIC code MEZNPKKAISD?
The code MEZNPKKAISD belongs to Jinnah Avenue, a unit of Meezan Bank Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Meezan Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKAISD, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Meezan Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
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.
What do the letters in MEZNPKKAISD stand for?
MEZN is the institution code of Meezan Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and ISD is the code of the branch Jinnah Avenue.
What happens if I use MEZNPKKAISD with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MEZNPKKAISD against the details from Meezan Bank Limited before you confirm.
Can I use MEZNPKKA instead of MEZNPKKAISD?
MEZNPKKA is the main office of Meezan Bank Limited, while MEZNPKKAISD points to Jinnah Avenue. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MEZNPKKAISD if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.