SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH100
BKMTIRTH100 belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTH100 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | 100 |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Sazman Gostaresh |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- 100 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 BKMTIRTH100?
BKMTIRTH100 identifies Sazman Gostaresh, a unit of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BKMTIRTH100 stand for?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 100 identifies the department Sazman Gostaresh.
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. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTH100, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTH100?
BKMTIRTH is the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTH100 is Sazman Gostaresh. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKMTIRTH100 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.