SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKAALH
SONEPKKAALH belongs to Soneri Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SONEPKKAALH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SONEPKKA |
| Branch code | ALH |
| Bank | Soneri Bank Limited |
| Branch | Akbar Chowk Branch |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Soneri Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SONE 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.
- ALH 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 is behind BIC SONEPKKAALH?
The code SONEPKKAALH belongs to Akbar Chowk Branch, part of Soneri Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Soneri Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKAALH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Soneri 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.
How long does it take to send money to Soneri Bank Limited in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in SONEPKKAALH stand for?
SONE is the institution code of Soneri Bank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the location code and ALH is the code of the department Akbar Chowk Branch.
What happens if I enter SONEPKKAALH with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SONEPKKAALH 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.