SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH030
BKMTIRTH030 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH030 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 030 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Khiaban Fajr |
| 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.
- 030 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 BKMTIRTH030?
The code BKMTIRTH030 belongs to Khiaban Fajr, a unit of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH030?
BKMTIRTH is the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH030 is Khiaban Fajr. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTH030.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH030, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank Mellat take in Iran?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH030 stand for?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 030 is the code of the department Khiaban Fajr.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH030 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKMTIRTH030 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.