SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKAJKR
SONEPKKAJKR belongs to Soneri Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SONEPKKAJKR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SONEPKKA |
| Branch code | JKR |
| Bank | Soneri Bank Limited |
| Branch | Jodia Bazar, Karachi |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Soneri Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- JKR 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 SWIFT code SONEPKKAJKR?
The code SONEPKKAJKR belongs to Jodia Bazar, Karachi, part of Soneri Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Soneri Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at Soneri Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKAJKR, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter SONEPKKAJKR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SONEPKKAJKR with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SONEPKKA instead of SONEPKKAJKR?
SONEPKKA is the head office of Soneri Bank Limited, while SONEPKKAJKR points to Jodia Bazar, Karachi. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SONEPKKAJKR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.