SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKALHR
SONEPKKALHR belongs to Soneri Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SONEPKKALHR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SONEPKKA |
| Branch code | LHR |
| Bank | Soneri Bank Limited |
| Branch | Centralized Trade Operations |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
How 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.
- LHR 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKALHR?
The code SONEPKKALHR belongs to Centralized Trade Operations, a branch or department of Soneri Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Soneri Bank Limited in Pakistan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use SONEPKKA instead of SONEPKKALHR?
SONEPKKA is the head office of Soneri Bank Limited, while SONEPKKALHR points to Centralized Trade Operations. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SONEPKKALHR.
What do I need to send money to an account at Soneri Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKALHR, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Soneri Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 42 SWIFT/BIC codes for Soneri Bank Limited in Pakistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Soneri Bank Limited.
What happens if I enter SONEPKKALHR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SONEPKKALHR 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.