SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKASKT
MEZNPKKASKT belongs to Meezan Bank Limited in Sialkot, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEZNPKKASKT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEZNPKKA |
| Branch code | SKT |
| Bank | Meezan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Sialkot Branch, Trade Finance Department |
| City | Sialkot |
| 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.
- SKT 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 SWIFT code MEZNPKKASKT?
MEZNPKKASKT identifies Sialkot Branch, Trade Finance Department, part of Meezan Bank Limited in Sialkot, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of MEZNPKKASKT stand for?
MEZN is the bank code of Meezan Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and SKT identifies the branch Sialkot Branch, Trade Finance Department.
Does Meezan Bank Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 17 SWIFT/BIC codes for Meezan Bank Limited in Pakistan. All of them are listed on the page of Meezan Bank Limited.
Can I use MEZNPKKA instead of MEZNPKKASKT?
MEZNPKKA is the head office of Meezan Bank Limited, while MEZNPKKASKT points to Sialkot Branch, Trade Finance Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MEZNPKKASKT.
What happens if I use MEZNPKKASKT with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MEZNPKKASKT with the recipient before sending.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.