SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH089
BKMTIRTH089 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tabriz, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH089 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 089 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Shahid Madani |
| City | Tabriz |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- 089 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 BIC BKMTIRTH089?
The code BKMTIRTH089 belongs to Shahid Madani, a unit of Bank Mellat in Tabriz, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BKMTIRTH089 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKMTIRTH089 against the details from Bank Mellat before you confirm.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH089?
BKMTIRTH points to the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH089 points to Shahid Madani. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKMTIRTH089 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank Mellat take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of BKMTIRTH089 stand for?
BKMT is the institution code of Bank Mellat, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and 089 identifies the branch Shahid Madani.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.