SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTHFBA
BKMTIRTHFBA belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTHFBA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | FBA |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Overseas Branch Affairs and Foreign Investment Dept. |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Mellat SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- FBA 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 uses BIC BKMTIRTHFBA?
BKMTIRTHFBA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Overseas Branch Affairs and Foreign Investment Dept., a branch or department of Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BKMTIRTHFBA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKMTIRTHFBA with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTHFBA?
BKMTIRTH points to the main office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTHFBA points to Overseas Branch Affairs and Foreign Investment Dept.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKMTIRTHFBA if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat in Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTHFBA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Does Bank Mellat have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 110 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Mellat in Iran. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Mellat.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.