SWIFT/BIC code BKMTIRTHUWS
BKMTIRTHUWS belongs to Bank Mellat in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTIRTHUWS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTIRTH |
| Branch code | UWS |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Faraz Aseman Saadat Abad Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
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.
- UWS 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 uses BIC BKMTIRTHUWS?
The code BKMTIRTHUWS belongs to Faraz Aseman Saadat Abad Branch, 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.
What happens if I enter BKMTIRTHUWS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKMTIRTHUWS against the details from Bank Mellat before sending.
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 what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in BKMTIRTHUWS stand for?
BKMT is the institution code of Bank Mellat, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and UWS identifies the branch Faraz Aseman Saadat Abad Branch.
Can I use BKMTIRTH instead of BKMTIRTHUWS?
BKMTIRTH is the head office of Bank Mellat, while BKMTIRTHUWS points to Faraz Aseman Saadat Abad Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKMTIRTHUWS.
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. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.