SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKAUML
SONEPKKAUML belongs to Soneri Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SONEPKKAUML |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SONEPKKA |
| Branch code | UML |
| Bank | Soneri Bank Limited |
| Branch | Upper Mall 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.
- UML 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/BIC code SONEPKKAUML?
SONEPKKAUML is the SWIFT/BIC code of Upper Mall Branch, a branch or department of Soneri Bank Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SONEPKKAUML mean?
SONE is the bank code of Soneri Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the code for the city or region and UML identifies the branch Upper Mall Branch.
What happens if I use SONEPKKAUML incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SONEPKKAUML with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Soneri Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SONEPKKAUML, 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Soneri Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Soneri Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.