SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH047
BKMTIRTH047 belongs to Bank Mellat in Semnan, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH047 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 047 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Semnan Branch |
| City | Semnan |
| 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.
- 047 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 SWIFT code BKMTIRTH047?
BKMTIRTH047 identifies Semnan Branch, a unit of Bank Mellat in Semnan, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKMTIRTH047 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKMTIRTH047 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH047 stand for?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 047 identifies the branch Semnan Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH047, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.