SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH012
BKMTIRTH012 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH012 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 012 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Chahar Rahe Valiasr Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Mellat SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKMT 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.
- 012 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 bank uses SWIFT code BKMTIRTH012?
BKMTIRTH012 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chahar Rahe Valiasr Branch, part of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH012?
BKMTIRTH is the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH012 points to Chahar Rahe Valiasr Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKMTIRTH012 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH012, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH012 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKMTIRTH012 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH012 stand for?
BKMT is the institution code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 012 identifies the department Chahar Rahe Valiasr Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.