SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTHBBR
BKMTIRTHBBR belongs to Bank Mellat in Birjand, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTHBBR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | BBR |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Birjand Branch |
| City | Birjand |
| 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.
- BBR 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/BIC code BKMTIRTHBBR?
The code BKMTIRTHBBR belongs to Birjand Branch, a unit of Bank Mellat in Birjand, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTHBBR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKMTIRTHBBR against the details from Bank Mellat before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTHBBR, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKMTIRTHBBR mean?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and BBR identifies the branch Birjand Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Mellat?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.