SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH054
BKMTIRTH054 belongs to Bank Mellat in Kish Island, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH054 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 054 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Kish Central Branch |
| City | Kish Island |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Mellat SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 054 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH054?
BKMTIRTH054 identifies Kish Central Branch, a branch or department of Bank Mellat in Kish Island, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific 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.
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.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH054?
BKMTIRTH is the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH054 is Kish Central Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKMTIRTH054 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH054 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKMTIRTH054 against the details from Bank Mellat before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.