SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH040
BKMTIRTH040 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH040 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 040 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Valiasr Nabshe Dr.beheshti |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Mellat SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 040 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 is behind BIC BKMTIRTH040?
BKMTIRTH040 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Valiasr Nabshe Dr.beheshti, 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.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH040, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank Mellat got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 110 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Mellat in Iran, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Mellat.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH040 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKMTIRTH040 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH040?
BKMTIRTH is the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH040 is Valiasr Nabshe Dr.beheshti. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTH040.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.