SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH087

BKMTIRTH087 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.

BKMTIRTH087

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBKMTIRTH087
8-character codeBKMTIRTH
Branch code087
BankBank Mellat
BranchBorse Kala
CityTehran
CountryIran

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.
087 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 is behind SWIFT code BKMTIRTH087?

BKMTIRTH087 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Borse Kala, a branch or department of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

Has Bank Mellat got 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.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH087, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH087?

BKMTIRTH points to the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH087 points to Borse Kala. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTH087.

What happens if I use BKMTIRTH087 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKMTIRTH087 with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.