SWIFT/BIC code MUCBPKKAEPZ
MUCBPKKAEPZ belongs to Mcb Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MUCBPKKAEPZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MUCBPKKA |
| Branch code | EPZ |
| Bank | Mcb Bank Limited |
| Branch | Export Processing Zone |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Mcb Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MUCB 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.
- EPZ 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 MUCBPKKAEPZ?
The code MUCBPKKAEPZ belongs to Export Processing Zone, a branch or department of Mcb Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Mcb Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Mcb Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MUCBPKKAEPZ, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use MUCBPKKA instead of MUCBPKKAEPZ?
MUCBPKKA is the head office of Mcb Bank Limited, while MUCBPKKAEPZ points to Export Processing Zone. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MUCBPKKAEPZ if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mcb Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter MUCBPKKAEPZ with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MUCBPKKAEPZ with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.