SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH031
BKMTIRTH031 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH031 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 031 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Main 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.
- 031 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 SWIFT code BKMTIRTH031?
BKMTIRTH031 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Main Branch, a unit 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 BKMTIRTH031, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BKMTIRTH031 mean?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 031 identifies the branch Main Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank Mellat take in Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH031?
BKMTIRTH points to the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH031 points to Main Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTH031.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.