SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKAK03
MEZNPKKAK03 belongs to Meezan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEZNPKKAK03 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEZNPKKA |
| Branch code | K03 |
| Bank | Meezan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Site Area Branch, Trade Finance Department |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How 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.
- K03 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 uses BIC MEZNPKKAK03?
MEZNPKKAK03 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Site Area Branch, Trade Finance Department, a branch or department of Meezan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Meezan Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of MEZNPKKAK03 stand for?
MEZN is the bank code of Meezan Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and K03 identifies the branch Site Area Branch, Trade Finance Department.
What happens if I enter MEZNPKKAK03 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MEZNPKKAK03 against the details from Meezan Bank Limited before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Meezan Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKAK03, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Meezan Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist 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.