SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH046
BKMTIRTH046 belongs to Bank Mellat in Shiraz, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH046 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 046 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Shiraz Branch |
| City | Shiraz |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Mellat SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 046 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 uses SWIFT code BKMTIRTH046?
BKMTIRTH046 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shiraz Branch, part of Bank Mellat in Shiraz, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank Mellat have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 110 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Mellat in Iran. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Mellat.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH046 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKMTIRTH046 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH046?
BKMTIRTH points to the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH046 is Shiraz Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKMTIRTH046 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH046 mean?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and 046 identifies the branch Shiraz Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.