SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKATRY
MEZNPKKATRY belongs to Meezan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEZNPKKATRY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEZNPKKA |
| Branch code | TRY |
| Bank | Meezan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head Office, Treasury Back Office |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Meezan Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- TRY 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 MEZNPKKATRY?
The code MEZNPKKATRY belongs to Head Office, Treasury Back Office, 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 happens if I enter MEZNPKKATRY incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MEZNPKKATRY against the details from Meezan Bank Limited before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Meezan Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKATRY, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in MEZNPKKATRY stand for?
MEZN is the institution code of Meezan Bank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the location code and TRY identifies the branch Head Office, Treasury Back Office.
How long does it take to send money to Meezan Bank Limited in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use MEZNPKKA instead of MEZNPKKATRY?
MEZNPKKA points to the head office of Meezan Bank Limited, while MEZNPKKATRY is Head Office, Treasury Back Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MEZNPKKATRY 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.