SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKAXXX
MEZNPKKAXXX belongs to Meezan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEZNPKKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEZNPKKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Meezan Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Meezan Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- XXX 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 is behind SWIFT code MEZNPKKAXXX?
MEZNPKKAXXX identifies the headquarters of Meezan Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use it when a payment to Meezan Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Meezan Bank Limited have more 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.
What happens if I enter MEZNPKKAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MEZNPKKAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Meezan Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
Are MEZNPKKA and MEZNPKKAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MEZNPKKA is the 8-character version of MEZNPKKAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Meezan Bank Limited in Karachi.
What do I need to send money to an account at Meezan Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MEZNPKKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.