SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH036
BKMTIRTH036 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH036 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 036 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Jeyhoon Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- 036 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 SWIFT code BKMTIRTH036?
BKMTIRTH036 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Jeyhoon Branch, a branch or department of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 a transfer to Bank Mellat take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH036, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH036?
BKMTIRTH points to the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH036 is Jeyhoon Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKMTIRTH036 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH036 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKMTIRTH036 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.