SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH024
BKMTIRTH024 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH024 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 024 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Vanak 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.
- 024 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 BIC BKMTIRTH024?
BKMTIRTH024 identifies Vanak Branch, part of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH024, 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 enter BKMTIRTH024 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKMTIRTH024 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH024?
BKMTIRTH is the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH024 is Vanak Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKMTIRTH024 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.