SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH018
BKMTIRTH018 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH018 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 018 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Gholhak Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Mellat SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 018 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/BIC code BKMTIRTH018?
The code BKMTIRTH018 belongs to Gholhak Branch, a branch or department of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH018, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Mellat?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH018 mean?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and 018 identifies the department Gholhak Branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank Mellat take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH018 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKMTIRTH018 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.