SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH020
BKMTIRTH020 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH020 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 020 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Sanati Fath |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- 020 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH020?
BKMTIRTH020 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sanati Fath, part of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH020 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKMTIRTH020 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH020, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH020?
BKMTIRTH is the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH020 is Sanati Fath. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTH020.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH020 mean?
BKMT is the institution code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 020 identifies the branch Sanati Fath.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.