SWIFT/BIC code BKMNIRTH942
BKMNIRTH942 belongs to Bank Maskan in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMNIRTH942 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMNIRTH |
| Branch code | 942 |
| Bank | Bank Maskan |
| Branch | Kish Central Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Maskan SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKMN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 942 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BKMNIRTH942?
BKMNIRTH942 identifies Kish Central Branch, a branch or department of Bank Maskan in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKMNIRTH942 mean?
BKMN is the institution code of Bank Maskan, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 942 is the code of the branch Kish Central Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Maskan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BKMNIRTH942 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKMNIRTH942 against the details from Bank Maskan before sending.
Can I use BKMNIRTH instead of BKMNIRTH942?
BKMNIRTH points to the main office of Bank Maskan, while BKMNIRTH942 points to Kish Central Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMNIRTH942.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Maskan?
A SWIFT payment usually 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.