SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH051
BKMTIRTH051 belongs to Bank Mellat in Rasht, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH051 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 051 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Rasht Branch |
| City | Rasht |
| 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.
- 051 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 BIC BKMTIRTH051?
BKMTIRTH051 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rasht Branch, part of Bank Mellat in Rasht, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank Mellat take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH051, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank Mellat got 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 cheapest way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH051?
BKMTIRTH is the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH051 is Rasht Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKMTIRTH051 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.