SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH014
BKMTIRTH014 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH014 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 014 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Dameshgh Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Bank Mellat SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 014 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 BIC BKMTIRTH014?
BKMTIRTH014 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dameshgh Branch, a branch or department of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank Mellat take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH014, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best 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.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH014?
BKMTIRTH is the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH014 is Dameshgh Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKMTIRTH014 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKMTIRTH014 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKMTIRTH014 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.