SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH028
BKMTIRTH028 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH028 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 028 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Chaharrah Jomhori Branch |
| 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.
- 028 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 uses BIC BKMTIRTH028?
BKMTIRTH028 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chaharrah Jomhori Branch, part of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH028, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of BKMTIRTH028 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 028 is the code of the branch Chaharrah Jomhori Branch.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH028 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKMTIRTH028 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.