SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH080
BKMTIRTH080 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH080 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 080 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Dr.fatemi Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| 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.
- 080 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BKMTIRTH080?
The code BKMTIRTH080 belongs to Dr.fatemi Branch, a unit of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BKMTIRTH080 mean?
BKMT is the institution code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 080 is the code of the branch Dr.fatemi Branch.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH080 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKMTIRTH080 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH080, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.