SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH053
BKMTIRTH053 belongs to Bank Mellat in Bushehr, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH053 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 053 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Bushehr Branch |
| City | Bushehr |
| 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.
- 053 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 uses BIC BKMTIRTH053?
BKMTIRTH053 identifies Bushehr Branch, part of Bank Mellat in Bushehr, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BKMTIRTH053 stand for?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 053 identifies the branch Bushehr 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.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH053?
BKMTIRTH is the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH053 is Bushehr Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTH053.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH053, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. 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.