SONEPKKAWZD — SONERI BANK LIMITED
SONEPKKAWZD is the SWIFT/BIC code for SONERI BANK LIMITED in WAZIRABAD, Pakistan — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SONEPKKAWZD is the SWIFT/BIC code for SONERI BANK LIMITED in WAZIRABAD, Pakistan. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SONEPKKA
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SONERI BANK LIMITED |
| Country | Pakistan (PK) |
| Location Code | KA |
| Branch | MAIN BRANCH WAZIRABAD |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SONEPKKAWZD belong to?
The SWIFT code SONEPKKAWZD identifies SONERI BANK LIMITED in WAZIRABAD, Pakistan. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SONEPKKAWZD mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SONEPKKAWZD are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SONE) represent the bank code for SONERI BANK LIMITED; characters 5-6 (PK) indicate the country code for Pakistan; characters 7-8 (KA) specify the location code; and the final characters (WZD) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SONEPKKAWZD active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SONEPKKAWZD is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'KA' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SONEPKKA instead of SONEPKKAWZD?
Yes. The 8-character code SONEPKKA represents the primary headquarters of SONERI BANK LIMITED. The 11-character code SONEPKKAWZD targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SONEPKKA (or SONEPKKAXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SONEPKKAWZD?
The physical address registered for SONEPKKAWZD is: BAGRI PLAZA LAHORI GATE, MAIN BAZAR, 52000, WAZIRABAD, Pakistan. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).