SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH049
BKMTIRTH049 belongs to Bank Mellat in Arak, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH049 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 049 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Arak Branch |
| City | Arak |
| 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.
- 049 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 BKMTIRTH049?
The code BKMTIRTH049 belongs to Arak Branch, part of Bank Mellat in Arak, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH049?
BKMTIRTH points to the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH049 is Arak Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTH049.
What does each part of BKMTIRTH049 mean?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and 049 identifies the branch Arak Branch.
Does Bank Mellat have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 110 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Mellat in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH049 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKMTIRTH049 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.