SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH073
BKMTIRTH073 belongs to Bank Mellat in Ardabil, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH073 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 073 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Ardabil |
| City | Ardabil |
| 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.
- 073 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 SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH073?
The code BKMTIRTH073 belongs to Ardabil, a branch or department of Bank Mellat in Ardabil, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank Mellat got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 110 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Mellat in Iran, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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 the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH073?
BKMTIRTH points to the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH073 is Ardabil. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKMTIRTH073 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH073, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.