SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH081
BKMTIRTH081 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH081 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 081 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Ostad Nejatallahi Shomali |
| 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.
- 081 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 SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH081?
The code BKMTIRTH081 belongs to Ostad Nejatallahi Shomali, a unit of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTH081 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKMTIRTH081 with the recipient before sending.
Does Bank Mellat have more 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.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH081?
BKMTIRTH is the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH081 is Ostad Nejatallahi Shomali. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTH081.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTH081 stand for?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 081 is the code of the branch Ostad Nejatallahi Shomali.
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. Check what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.