SWIFT/BIC code UNILPKKAIMB
UNILPKKAIMB belongs to United Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNILPKKAIMB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNILPKKA |
| Branch code | IMB |
| Bank | United Bank Limited |
| Branch | Ubl Ameen-Islamic Banking Division, Head Office, Karachi |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the United Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNIL 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.
- IMB 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 UNILPKKAIMB?
UNILPKKAIMB identifies Ubl Ameen-Islamic Banking Division, Head Office, Karachi, part of United Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in UNILPKKAIMB stand for?
UNIL is the bank code of United Bank Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KA is the location code and IMB identifies the branch Ubl Ameen-Islamic Banking Division, Head Office, Karachi.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has United Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for United Bank Limited in Pakistan. All of them are listed on the page of United Bank Limited.
What happens if I use UNILPKKAIMB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNILPKKAIMB against the details from United Bank Limited before sending.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.