SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKASFK
SONEPKKASFK belongs to Soneri Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SONEPKKASFK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SONEPKKA |
| Branch code | SFK |
| Bank | Soneri Bank Limited |
| Branch | Shahrah-e-Faisal Branch |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Soneri Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- SFK 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 code SONEPKKASFK?
SONEPKKASFK is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shahrah-e-Faisal Branch, part of Soneri Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter SONEPKKASFK incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SONEPKKASFK with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Soneri Bank Limited take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of SONEPKKASFK mean?
SONE is the bank code of Soneri Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and SFK identifies the department Shahrah-e-Faisal Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Soneri Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKASFK, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.