SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH026
BKMTIRTH026 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH026 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 026 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Mirdamad 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.
- 026 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 is behind BIC BKMTIRTH026?
The code BKMTIRTH026 belongs to Mirdamad Branch, part of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH026?
BKMTIRTH points to the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH026 points to Mirdamad Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKMTIRTH026 if the recipient asks for it.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank Mellat have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 110 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Mellat in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH026 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKMTIRTH026 against the details from Bank Mellat before sending.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH026 stand for?
BKMT is the institution code of Bank Mellat, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 026 is the code of the branch Mirdamad Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.