SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH043
BKMTIRTH043 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tabriz, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH043 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 043 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Tabriz Branch |
| City | Tabriz |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- 043 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 BIC BKMTIRTH043?
BKMTIRTH043 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tabriz Branch, a unit of Bank Mellat in Tabriz, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Mellat?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH043 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKMTIRTH043 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
Has Bank Mellat got other 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.
How long does a transfer to Bank Mellat take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer 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 BKMTIRTH043?
BKMTIRTH is the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH043 points to Tabriz Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKMTIRTH043 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.