SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH027
BKMTIRTH027 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH027 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 027 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Sepahbod Gharani 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.
- 027 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH027?
BKMTIRTH027 identifies Sepahbod Gharani Branch, a unit of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH027, 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.
What happens if I enter BKMTIRTH027 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKMTIRTH027 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank Mellat take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH027?
BKMTIRTH is the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH027 points to Sepahbod Gharani Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKMTIRTH027 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH027 stand for?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 027 identifies the branch Sepahbod Gharani Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.