SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH050
BKMTIRTH050 belongs to Bank Mellat in Kerman, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH050 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 050 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Kerman Branch |
| City | Kerman |
| 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.
- 050 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 SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH050?
BKMTIRTH050 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kerman Branch, a unit of Bank Mellat in Kerman, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH050 stand for?
BKMT is the institution code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 050 identifies the branch Kerman Branch.
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.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH050, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.