SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHCEN
BKPAIRTHCEN belongs to Parsian Bank in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKPAIRTHCEN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKPAIRTH |
| Branch code | CEN |
| Bank | Parsian Bank |
| Branch | Central Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Parsian Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKPA 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.
- CEN 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 BKPAIRTHCEN?
BKPAIRTHCEN identifies Central Branch, a branch or department of Parsian Bank in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Parsian Bank in Iran?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What does each part of BKPAIRTHCEN stand for?
BKPA is the institution code of Parsian Bank, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and CEN identifies the department Central Branch.
Can I use BKPAIRTH instead of BKPAIRTHCEN?
BKPAIRTH is the main office of Parsian Bank, while BKPAIRTHCEN is Central Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKPAIRTHCEN.
How long does a transfer to Parsian Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Parsian Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 53 SWIFT/BIC codes for Parsian Bank in Iran, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.