SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKAISD
SONEPKKAISD belongs to Soneri Bank Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SONEPKKAISD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SONEPKKA |
| Branch code | ISD |
| Bank | Soneri Bank Limited |
| Branch | Centralized Trade Operations |
| City | Islamabad |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way 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.
- ISD 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 branch uses SWIFT code SONEPKKAISD?
SONEPKKAISD identifies Centralized Trade Operations, a branch or department of Soneri Bank Limited in Islamabad, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Soneri Bank Limited in Pakistan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter SONEPKKAISD incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SONEPKKAISD against the details from Soneri Bank Limited before sending.
Can I use SONEPKKA instead of SONEPKKAISD?
SONEPKKA points to the head office of Soneri Bank Limited, while SONEPKKAISD points to Centralized Trade Operations. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SONEPKKAISD if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of SONEPKKAISD stand for?
SONE is the institution code of Soneri Bank Limited, PK is the ISO code of Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and ISD identifies the department Centralized Trade Operations.
What do I need to send money to an account at Soneri Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKAISD, 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.