SWIFT/BIC code SAMBPKKAXXX
SAMBPKKAXXX belongs to Samba Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAMBPKKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAMBPKKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Samba Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Samba Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAMB 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 institution uses BIC SAMBPKKAXXX?
The code SAMBPKKAXXX belongs to the main office of Samba Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. It is the code to use when a payment to Samba Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Samba Bank Limited in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of SAMBPKKAXXX stand for?
SAMB is the bank code of Samba Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Samba Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SAMBPKKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Does Samba Bank Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SAMBPKKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Samba Bank Limited in Pakistan, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter SAMBPKKAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SAMBPKKAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.